Anglo-Saxon studies

Anglo-Saxon studies explore the history, language, literature, culture, and society of the early medieval Germanic peoples who inhabited Britain from roughly the 5th to the 11th centuries. This field examines ancient texts like poetry and chronicles, as well as archaeological findings, to understand their beliefs, social structures, and everyday life. It provides insight into the origins of English language and identity, highlighting how these early Anglo-Saxon influences shaped modern Britain. Overall, it combines history, linguistics, and literary analysis to reconstruct the world of early medieval England.