The History of English Podcast Episode 46: Cynewulf and the Kindred Kings
Jul 15, 2014
Explore Anglo-Saxon kingship and the poet Cynewulf. Learn about the power struggle between Wessex and Mercia. Discover the mystery of Cynewulf and his use of runic symbols. Understand the role of 'cun' in Anglo-Saxon society and its connection to modern words. Explore the evolution of nobility and the land rent system. Discuss the increase in Viking raids and civil war in the Frankish kingdom.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Transition of Power: Mercia to Wessex
03:01 • 8min
The Mystery of Cynewulf: Revealing the Poet's Name through Runic Symbols
10:51 • 12min
The Origins of 'Cun' and its Importance in Anglo-Saxon Society
22:48 • 13min
Evolution of Nobility in Old English and Anglo-Saxon Period
36:02 • 3min
The Evolution of Land Rent in Anglo-Saxon Society
38:39 • 12min
Viking Raids and Civil War in the Frankish Kingdom
51:07 • 10min
