Anglo-Saxon Deviant Burial Customs

Discover the intriguing world of Anglo-Saxon society with Anglo-Saxon Deviant Burial Customs by Andrew Reynolds. Published in 2009, this comprehensive study spans 340 pages, offering the first in-depth exploration of how social outcasts were treated in early medieval England. Reynolds meticulously examines the evolution of burial practices for 'deviants,' revealing a shift from localized customs in the pre-Christian era to the establishment of formal execution cemeteries as kingdoms unified from the seventh century onward. This book is essential for anyone interested in Anglo-Saxon funeral customs, social life, and the moral conditions of England prior to 1066. Dive into this captivating historical account and uncover the complexities of deviant behavior and societal norms in Anglo-Saxon England.