Routledge - Heaven and Earth in Anglo-Saxon England Book

Explore the deep connection between religious belief and social life in early medieval Britain. This scholarly work by Routledge examines how Christian theology shaped the values and structures of Anglo-Saxon society. While many historians focus on the Church as an institution, this study looks at the actual theological ideas that influenced daily life. By analyzing surviving textual, visual, and material evidence, the book reveals how religious thought reached beyond a small group of educated elites. It provides a detailed look at how these beliefs permeated different levels of society and helped form the foundation of social values during this era. This is an essential resource for anyone studying the history of medieval England, religious studies, or the development of early British culture.