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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 Mystery of King Offa
The extensive scholarly focus on King Offa, despite his singular mention in Beowulf, stems from a historical conflation between Offa I. (a legendary 4th-century Angle king) and Offa II of Mercia. This ancient figure, celebrated in other Germanic epics like Widsith for his heroic single combat and honour-driven deeds, saw his…..