Anglo Saxon Deviant Burial Customs by Andrew Reynolds
Studies in the Early Middle Ages
This scholarly work delves into the burial practices of the Anglo-Saxon period, focusing on those deemed deviant or unusual by contemporary standards. It explores the social, cultural, and religious contexts that led to such burials, examining archaeological evidence to understand the reasons behind these practices. The book provides insights into the societal norms and beliefs of the time, highlighting how deviations from standard burial customs reflected broader social dynamics and attitudes towards death, the afterlife, and community identity.
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- 2009
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