Skulduggery,power struggles and politics,The Private Lives of the Saints offers an original and fascinating re-examination of life in Anglo-Saxon England.
Taking them down from the clouds of their heavenly status,Sunday Times bestselling author and renowned Oxford historian Dr Janina Ramirez explores the real lives of the legendary,seminal saints.This landmark book provides a unique and captivating new lens through which to explore the rich history of the Dark Ages.
Publisher: Ebury PublishingISBN: 9780753560327Number of pages: 496Weight: 333 gDimensions: 198 x 126 x 29 mm
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'What a wonderful book this is. Like the interlace stonework on an Anglo-Saxon cross,Janina Ramirez's themes are interwoven with a consummate skill.'- Tom Holland
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