1. Anglo-Saxon Chronicle & Beowulf
Karl Kangur

2. ANGLO-Saxon Chronicle

3. Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
A collection of annals
Summarizes the history of the Anglo-Saxons.
Written in Old English
Created late in 9th century (during the reign of Alfred the Great)

4. Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
Nine manuscrips have survived
The oldest was started at the end of Alfred’s reign
The most recent was written at Peterbourough Abbey (a monastery) in 1116
Oldes annals are dated at 60BC

5. Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
Most important historical source for that period in England
Manuscripts are also important sources for the history of the English language.

6. BEOWULF

7. Beowulf The oldest surviving epic poem in the English language.
The earliest piece of
European literature.
Written in Old English
Originally untitled

8. Beowulf
May have been composed as an elegy for a king who died in the 7th century.
Written down between the 8th and the 11th century.
The original author is unknown.

9. Beowulf
Story: Beowulf (a prince of Geats) goes to Denmark to help King Hrothgar get rid of a terrible monster – Grendel.
Many books, theater plays, and movies have been made of the story.

10. Thank you Karl Kangur