Anglo-Saxons

A hundred and seventy-five years ago European colonist labeled Africa the “Dark Continent.” Whether or not the term was introduced with invidious intent has continually been the subject of much debate among black scholars. The controversy centered on the use of the word “Dark” which Europe, scholars interpreted as being without growth and development. Not that Europe was more developed than Africa, but because the sub -Saharan part of the continent was a complete mystery to Europeans. This…

In an epic poem, there is always a hero. This hero is someone that goes on a journey for some purpose, whether it is to answer a question or fight in battle. Usually the epic hero’s death is emminent. In Beowulf, the Anglo Saxon epic poem, the epic hero is Beowulf. Beowulf goes to a land where there are struggling people. King Hrothgar and his people are suffering because the men of the country are being slaughtered be Grendal, a monster of the dark that comes in the night to slay for sport.…

Roman culture is a beautiful and exquisite culture that has define characteristics that we still apply today in the modern times. When we step outside our houses and into the public, we can easily spot some ways that has been influenced by roman culture. The thought of past cultures integrated with our cultures today can easily slip one’s mind because of everyday living and the uneducated. But if we can concentrate for a bit in our surroundings we can find a piece of each culture around us.…

Chivalry at Its Finest: (A Discussion over chivalry applied to four Arthurian motifs) The Anglo-Saxon code describes a code of behavior expressed in the Beowulf text. They lived by a code of glory, duty, and respect. The English created have a similar legend that outlined their warrior code. Their code as centered in the Arthurian motif. The story of Arthur combined with other stories make up the chivalry code used by English knights. These stories include the story of the Green Knight, Song of…

potent anecdotes bring to life the brutality and historical significance regarding racial tensions in Southern California between the 1940s to the 1990s. Violence is a recurring element in the novel, and there is evidence that it is perpetuated by Anglo-Saxons. Each violent act in the novel has been a motive of white people using their status and skin color as a way to marginalize and violently disadvantage minorities. Southland integrates violence as a reflection of LA’s racial turmoil, whether…

Hannah Pridemore Mrs. Neu English 4 Honors-Period 4 October 12, 2015 Simile: a comparison between two unlike things using like or as. Example: “Each of his claws were as sharp as a knife.” (Life of Pi, Yann Martel, pg. 108) Function: While on the boat in the Pacific Ocean, the animals aboard the boat with Pi become very hostile. The hyena rips off the zebra’s leg shaking the boat. Pi is fearful that this may cause the boat to sink. The following day the zebra dies, and the hyena goes after…

Feudalism was introduced into England when William I defeated Harold and won the Battle of Hastings in 1066 A.D. William I could not easily control all of his land, so he created feudalism so he wouldn't have to spend all of his time governing England. William of Normandy created several large pieces of land that he gave to his warriors that fought bravely. These men became earls, barons, and dukes, also called tenants-in-chief. William then had them swear loyalty to him. They, in turn, did the…

the Rood touches on other religions and ideas to show the influence of the pagan-Christian tensions within the Anglo-Saxon culture. The struggle between the heroic values and Christian ethics is depicted by Christ as a warrior, and through the use of both heroic and religious phrasing, Dream of the Rood acts as a form of mediation between the struggles of the two central parts of Anglo-Saxon society (introduction). It does this by showing the connection and feelings of the rood as it goes…

Jaimie Hart Imperialism, Race, and US Policy Establish US Relations With the Pacific and Caribbean Regions The years surrounding the turn of the 20th century encompassed a time of strong American ideals. Before the 1890’s, the US tendency was isolationism, and the country focused on internal matters such as reconstruction and westward expansion. By the 1890’s, the US shifted to internationalism as they created economic prosperity, social stability, and became more comfortable getting involved…

different writings by different authors, like our literature book (hymnal as Mr. McGee calls it). This is the Anglo-Saxon Anthology of poetry. There are three poems in this Exeter book, consisting of The Seafarer, The Wanderer, and The Wife’s Lament. These poems are dramatic monologues, which means there is only one speaker and he/she is talking to someone. Interesting fact, in Anglo-Saxon time period women didn’t have any power, but in this Exeter book one of the poems has a female speaker.…