Medieval Ireland: everything you wanted to know
History Extra podcast
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Languages Spoken in Medieval Ireland and the Role of Magic, Folklore, and Myth
An exploration of the linguistic landscape of medieval Ireland, from the dominance of Gaelic and traces of Britannic to the influence of Old Norse and the introduction of French, Flemish, and Welsh languages through conquest and settlements. The chapter considers the role of magic, folklore, and myth in everyday life.
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