The Bible And The Anglo-Saxon People (1914)

The Bible and the Anglo-Saxon People is a historical and cultural study of the impact of the Bible on the Anglo-Saxon people. Written by William Canton and first published in 1914, the book explores the role of Christianity in the development of English literature, art, and culture. Canton examines the influence of the Bible on Anglo-Saxon society, looking at how it shaped their beliefs, values, and traditions. He explores the ways in which the Bible was translated and disseminated among the Anglo-Saxons, and how it was used to promote religious and political agendas. The book also delves into the literary and artistic works inspired by the Bible, such as the epic poem Beowulf and the illuminated manuscripts of the Lindisfarne Gospels. Canton discusses the symbolism and imagery of these works, and how they reflect the religious and cultural values of the Anglo-Saxon people. Overall, The Bible and the Anglo-Saxon People provides a fascinating insight into the role of Christianity in shaping the identity and culture of the Anglo-Saxon people, and the enduring influence of the Bible on English literature and art.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.