The Anglo-Saxons: A History of the Beginnings of England: 400 – 1066

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Book Synopsis: A sweeping and original history of the Anglo-Saxons by national bestselling author Marc Morris. Sixteen hundred years ago Britain left the Roman Empire and swiftly fell into ruin. Grand cities and luxurious villas were deserted and left to crumble, and civil society collapsed into chaos. Into this violent and unstable world came foreign invaders from across the sea, and established themselves as its new masters. The Anglo-Saxons traces the turbulent history of these people across the next six centuries. It explains how their earliest rulers fought relentlessly against each other for glory and supremacy, and then were almost destroyed by the onslaught of the vikings. It explores how they abandoned their old gods for Christianity, established hundreds of churches and created dazzlingly intricate works of art. It charts the revival of towns and trade, and the origins of a familiar landscape of shires, boroughs and bishoprics. It is a tale of famous figures like King Offa, Alfred the Great and Edward the Confessor, but also features a host of lesser known characters - ambitious queens, revolutionary saints, intolerant monks and grasping nobles. Through their remarkable careers we see how a new society, a new culture and a single unified nation came into being. Drawing on a vast range of original evidence - chronicles, letters, archaeology and artefacts - renowned historian Marc Morris illuminates a period of history that is only dimly understood, separates the truth from the legend, and tells the extraordinary story of how the foundations of England were laid.

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Discover the captivating history of the Anglo-Saxons with "The Anglo-Saxons: A History of the Beginnings of England: 400 – 1066" by bestselling author Marc Morris. This sweeping and original account takes you on a thrilling journey through six centuries of turbulent times and remarkable transformations.

Immerse yourself in the fascinating tale of a nation that emerged from the ruins of the Roman Empire. Witness the fall of once-grand cities and villas, and the rise of foreign invaders who established themselves as the new masters of Britain. Marvel at the relentless battles among early rulers, as they fought for glory and supremacy amidst a world plunged into chaos.

From the onslaught of the Vikings to the abandonment of old gods for Christianity, Morris unravels the intricate threads that shaped Anglo-Saxon society. Follow the captivating stories of famous figures like King Offa, Alfred the Great, and Edward the Confessor, alongside lesser-known characters who played critical roles in this engrossing narrative.

Backed by a wealth of original evidence including chronicles, letters, archaeology, and artifacts, Morris expertly deciphers history from myth. Get ready to unveil the truth behind the legends and witness the creation of a new society, a new culture, and a single unified nation. This is your chance to explore the foundations on which England was built.

Take a step into the Anglo-Saxon world and delve into an enthralling tale of power, religion, art, and triumph. Order your copy of "The Anglo-Saxons: A History of the Beginnings of England: 400 – 1066" today and embark on a journey through a pivotal era in history.

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