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The Private Lives of the Saints

The Private Lives of the Saints: Power, Passion and Politics in Anglo-Saxon England | Janina Ramirez

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Skulduggery, power struggles and politics, The Private Lives of the Saints offers an original and fascinating re-examination of life in Anglo-Saxon England. Taking them from their heavenly status to the human level, Oxford art historian and BBC presenter Dr Janina Ramirez explores the real lives of over a dozen seminal saints. This landmark book provides a unique and captivating lens through which to explore the rich history of the Dark Ages.

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The Private Lives of the Saints: Power, Passion and Politics in Anglo-Saxon England | Janina Ramirez

I love Janina Ramirez‘s passion for her subject, her books and talks are always worth a look.

#Saints #ThankfulThoughts @Eggs

Eggs 👏🏻📚 This book has served you well for several prompts!🤗 4y

TheEllieMo @Eggs has it? Oops, better be more imaginative in future! (I do adore Janina, though) 4y

Eggs It‘s all good Ellie 🤗 @TheEllieMo 4y

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The Private Lives of the Saints: Power, Passion and Politics in Anglo-Saxon England | Janina Ramirez

Who doesn‘t love a bit of power, #passion and politics? Janina Ramirez herself is so passionate about her subject

#FebruaryFeels @Eggs

Eggs 💗📚😇📚💗 5y

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The Private Lives of the Saints: Power, Passion and Politics in Anglo-Saxon England | Janina Ramirez

Historian Janina Ramirez shows that saints weren‘t necessarily angels in this book.

#AngelsandSaints #NamasteNovember @Eggs

Eggs Clever🤗👏🏻 5y

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