Writing Power in Anglo-Saxon England
Author | : Catherine A. M. Clarke |
Publisher | : DS Brewer |
Total Pages | : 207 |
Release | : 2012 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781843843191 |
ISBN-13 | : 1843843196 |
Rating | : 4/5 (196 Downloads) |
Download or read book Writing Power in Anglo-Saxon England written by Catherine A. M. Clarke and published by DS Brewer. This book was released on 2012 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores how power is shaped and negotiated in later Anglo-Saxon texts, focusing on how hierarchical, vertical structures are presented alongside patterns of reciprocity and economies of mutual obligation, especially within the context of secular, spiritual, literal or symbolic patronage relationships.