England’s Origins: Myth and Reality

Discover the fascinating story of England’s history before 1066 with our course. Join our expert teachers as they take you on a journey through the rugged landscape of the premodern and early medieval British Isles. In this course you will learn how England evolved from a land of warring kingdoms and migrating peoples to become the powerful nation we know today.

You will discover how waves of migration and intermixing disrupted the status quo, and how this led to the creation of a cohesive new Anglo-Saxon identity. Our teachers will also explore the political, social, cultural, and economic changes that took place during this time period. You will learn how political vacuums were filled by war, and how a legal system underpinned by property and contracts stabilized the country. You will also explore the golden age of arts and literature that was created by economic prosperity. With the use of texts, artifacts, our teachers will reconstruct the astonishing story of the Anglo-Saxons and the world they built.

You will gain a new understanding of who the Anglo-Saxons were and how they became a united people. The year 1066 is considered to be one of the most consequential turning points in world history. But it was only possible because of the story that came before, a story that our course will reveal to you. You will learn how England’s diverse and wild land was shrouded in myth and legend, and how this captivating tale can help us answer one of the great questions of history: how did this small island, far from the centers of Western civilization, become a great and powerful nation? This course is perfect for history enthusiasts who want to deepen their knowledge of England’s past, as well as for anyone interested in the social, cultural, religious, and political changes that took place during this time period. Join us and discover the incredible story of England.

What you’ll achieve:

• A deeper understanding of England’s history before 1066;
• Knowledge of the social, cultural, religious, and political changes that took place in early medieval England;
• An understanding of how England evolved from a land of warring kingdoms to a powerful nation;
• Knowledge of the golden age of arts and literature that was created by economic prosperity;
• An understanding of how waves of migration and intermixing disrupted the status quo and led to the creation of a cohesive new Anglo-Saxon identity.

Who is this course for:

• History enthusiasts who want to deepen their knowledge of England’s past;
• Anyone interested in the social, cultural, religious, and political changes that took place in England before 1066;
• Students of history or related fields who want to expand their understanding of early medieval England;
• Anyone curious about the origins of English language, law, and culture.