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Old Tongues. New Tales. Unearthing the raw power of Beówulf, the stark beauty of Anglo-Saxon verse, and the thunderous sagas of the Old Norse, this blog is your guide through the ancient words that shaped our world. Join us as we journey into the heart of heroic epics, explore the myths, and decipher the languages that echo through the ages.
The Succession Crisis of Heorot
This article exposes the hidden dynastic struggles within Hrothgar's court, as hinted at in Beowulf and corroborated by Scandinavian sagas. It reveals that the "peace" between Hrothgar and his nephew Hrothulf was fragile, likely leading to Hrothulf's usurpation and possibly the murder of Hrothgar's son, Hrethric…..