In the book “Wulf the Saxon” the author, G. A. Henty, describes the culture of the Saxons before they are conquered by the Norman peoples, which is the main plot of the book. But the book constantly shows how the English Saxons are very familial and friendly with their nights of feasting and such. unfortunately the Normans who invade are not as happy go lucky are more reserved then the Saxons, and more conniving. Unfortunately, (from my view) the main character, Wulf, thinks that the Normans have it right and embraces their culture more than other Saxons, and is this helps him keep his status after the invasion. I’m on the side of his friends and the majority of England in that a more relaxed approach to life is appropriate. The book didn’t really give a lot of information on the people, so I don’t know how accurate this is on the subject of the real Saxon culture, but it’s what I picked up from the book.
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