Text and Picture in Anglo-Saxon England

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Exploring the unique relationship between text and imagery, this study delves into the only surviving illustrated manuscript of Anglo-Saxon poetry. It examines how the visual elements enhance the poetic narrative and the cultural significance of the illustrations. By analyzing this manuscript, the work offers insights into the artistic and literary practices of the Anglo-Saxon period, revealing the complexities of how words and images interact to convey meaning.