
A Chinese-born writer’s quest to understand the Vikings, Normans and life on the English coast
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Navigating History and Heritage
This chapter explores the challenges of understanding Anglo-Saxon history through a non-Western lens, highlighting feelings of isolation and nostalgia in a foreign land. The speaker reflects on their connections to both Mongolian and Anglo-Saxon narratives, weaving personal experiences with historical references to illustrate the complexities of belonging and adaptation.
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