A review by bookwarm_220
Winters in the World: A Journey Through the Anglo-Saxon Year by Eleanor Parker

informative inspiring slow-paced

4.0

Well-organized, composed and literate explanation of the Anglo-Saxon festivals of the year, and how they weave together seasonal activities of agricultural society with the religious saints and ceremonies of the new religion, while assimilating ancient pagan practice.  Fascinating study of the function of the calendar to agricultural and religious life.  The bonus that made this a work of inspiration was the incorporation of Anglo-Saxon poetry, which proved a lovely surprise that added emotional depth and complexity.  A rewarding read and much will stay with me.