Episode 46: Cynewulf and the Kindred Kings
The History of English Podcast
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The Mystery of Cynewulf: Revealing the Poet's Name through Runic Symbols
This chapter discusses the unique poet Cynewulf and his use of runic symbols to sign his name in his poems. It explores the variations in spelling and the clues it provides about when he lived. The chapter also explores the ongoing debates about the meanings of the runic symbols and their significance in Old English poetry.
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