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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.
Where the Fuck Was Heorot?
This video dives deep into the historical hunt for Heorot, the legendary mead-hall from the epic poem Beowulf. Uncover the compelling evidence that points to modern-day Lejre in Denmark as the true site of Hrothgar's magnificent hall. We'll explore academic debates, Danish chronicles, and archaeological…..
Forgotten Kings & Bloody Truths
Dive beyond the surface-level heroic narrative of Beowulf to uncover the deep historical roots embedded within the Old English epic. It argues that while the titular hero himself may be a poetic construct, the world he inhabits, the kings he encounters, and the events described are remarkably consistent with verifiable…..