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Exploring the evolution of animal names from medieval times, this bestiary reveals a fascinating blend of real and mythical creatures. Hana Videen introduces readers to a variety of beings, from spiders and eagles to enigmatic entities like "moon-heads." Each entry not only describes the animals but also delves into the rich linguistic history and cultural significance of the Old English language, providing a unique glimpse into the lives of those who spoke it over a thousand years ago.
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The Deorhord, Hana Videen
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- Pubblicato
- 2024
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- Titolo
- The Deorhord
- Sottotitolo
- An Old English Bestiary
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Hana Videen
- Editore
- Princeton University Press
- Pubblicato
- 2024
- Formato
- Copertina rigida
- Pagine
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9780691260006
- Serie
- Valutazione
- 4,15 su 5
- Descrizione
- Exploring the evolution of animal names from medieval times, this bestiary reveals a fascinating blend of real and mythical creatures. Hana Videen introduces readers to a variety of beings, from spiders and eagles to enigmatic entities like "moon-heads." Each entry not only describes the animals but also delves into the rich linguistic history and cultural significance of the Old English language, providing a unique glimpse into the lives of those who spoke it over a thousand years ago.