Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms: Art, Word, War
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Channel: British Library · 2018 · Education
600 years. 180 spectacular treasures. A once-in-a-generation exhibition. Be inspired by a time of political, cultural and artistic majesty as history lifts off the page in our enthralling new exhibition, Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms: Art, Word, War. With 180 rarely seen objects – from Beowulf to the recently discovered Staffordshire Hoard – this is a unique chance to hear the people of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms tell their own story, in their own words. Explore the beginnings of the English language and English literature. Read some of the earliest-surviving words inscribed in English on objects large and small. Come face-to-face with manuscripts of Old English poetry and prose and the first letter written in English. Wonder at the wit and wisdom in the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. Book your tickets now http://www.bl.uk/events/anglo-saxon-kingdoms #BLAngloSaxons
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