- Illustrated By The Anglo-Saxon Antiquities In The British Museum, In A Course Of Six Lectures (1884)
von James Frederick Hodgetts
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""Older England: Illustrated By The Anglo-Saxon Antiquities In The British Museum, In A Course Of Six Lectures"" is a book written by James Frederick Hodgetts and published in 1884. The book is a detailed exploration of the Anglo-Saxon period in England, as evidenced by the artifacts and antiquities housed in the British Museum. The book is divided into six lectures, each exploring a different aspect of Anglo-Saxon life and culture. The first lecture focuses on the Anglo-Saxon invasion of England, while the second lecture delves into the social structure and organization of Anglo-Saxon society. The third lecture explores the religious beliefs and practices of the Anglo-Saxons, while the fourth lecture examines their art and craftsmanship. The fifth lecture looks at the Anglo-Saxon language and literature, while the final lecture explores the decline of the Anglo-Saxon period and the arrival of the Normans.Throughout the book, Hodgetts provides detailed descriptions and analysis of the various artifacts and antiquities on display in the British Museum, using them as a window into the world of the Anglo-Saxons. He also draws on historical and literary sources to provide context and background information for each topic.Overall, ""Older England: Illustrated By The Anglo-Saxon Antiquities In The British Museum, In A Course Of Six Lectures"" is a comprehensive and informative exploration of the Anglo-Saxon period in England, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into this important era of English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.