The Anglo-Saxons. Book Summary

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Marc Morris

What’s inside

The Anglo-Saxons’ by Marc Morris explores the history of England from the collapse of the Roman Empire to the Norman Conquest, focusing on the Anglo-Saxon period.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding of early English history
  • Insights into the cultural and social aspects of the Anglo-Saxons
  • Appreciation of the formative events leading to modern England
  • Knowledge of the impact of external forces on Anglo-Saxon society

Key Points

  • End of Roman Britain and early Anglo-Saxon settlements
  • Establishment of the Heptarchy and Christianization
  • Viking invasions and the rise of Alfred the Great
  • Consolidation of the Kingdom of England
  • Anglo-Saxon society, law, and culture
  • The impact of the Norman Conquest on Anglo-Saxon England

Who’s it For

  • History enthusiasts
  • Students of medieval studies
  • Readers interested in England’s origins
  • Fans of cultural history

About the author

Marc Morris is an acclaimed historian and broadcaster known for his expertise on medieval history and the Middle Ages.