This study sifts through the historical evidence to describe and analyze a world of violence and intrigue, where mothers needed to devise their own systems to protect, nurture and teach their children. The author casts a maternal eye on Bede, the "Anglo-Saxon Chronicle" and "Beowulf", to reveal mothers who created rituals, genealogies and institutions for their children and themselves. Little-known historical figures - queens, abbesses and other noblewomen - used their power in court and convent to provide education, ...
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This study sifts through the historical evidence to describe and analyze a world of violence and intrigue, where mothers needed to devise their own systems to protect, nurture and teach their children. The author casts a maternal eye on Bede, the "Anglo-Saxon Chronicle" and "Beowulf", to reveal mothers who created rituals, genealogies and institutions for their children and themselves. Little-known historical figures - queens, abbesses and other noblewomen - used their power in court and convent to provide education, medical care and safety for their children, showing us that mothers of a thousand years ago and mothers of today had many of the same goals and aspirations.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Book contains pencil markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 400grams, ISBN: 0333913787.