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Anglo-Frisian Resources

This page provides a curated collection of resources for studying Anglo-Frisian history, languages, archaeology, and culture.

The resources are organized by category and include digital archives, research tools, educational materials, and recommended books for both academic researchers and those with a general interest in the subject.

Online Dictionaries & Language Resources

Old English Resources

  • Bosworth-Toller Anglo-Saxon Dictionary

    The definitive dictionary of Old English, now available in a searchable online edition.

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  • Old English Aerobics

    An interactive tutorial for learning Old English grammar and vocabulary.

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Frisian Language Resources

  • Woordenboek der Friese taal

    Comprehensive dictionary of the Frisian language with historical examples.

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Frisian Community Resources

Early Medieval Frisia and Frisians Facebook Group

Community group dedicated to discussing and sharing research about Early Medieval Frisia and Frisians.

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Frisia Coast Trail Blog

Blog dedicated to exploring the cultural and natural landscapes of the Frisian coastal regions.

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Academic Projects & Societies

Fryske Akademy

Research institute dedicated to Frisian linguistics, history, and culture, with publications in multiple languages.

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Prosopography of Anglo-Saxon England (PASE)

Database of all recorded individuals in Anglo-Saxon England from 597 to 1042, providing biographical and social network information.

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Digital Medievalist

International community of practice for medievalists working with digital methods, with many resources relevant to Anglo-Frisian studies.

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Recommended Books

Language & Linguistics

  • A History of Old English Literature

    by R.D. Fulk and Christopher M. Cain

    Comprehensive overview of Anglo-Saxon literature with linguistic context.

  • A Grammar of Old English

    by Richard M. Hogg and R.D. Fulk

    Definitive two-volume grammar of Old English.

  • Introduction to Old Frisian

    by Rolf H. Bremmer Jr.

    Accessible introduction to Old Frisian language with historical context.

  • The Anglo-Frisian Runic Inscriptions

    by Bengt Odenstedt

    Analysis of runic inscriptions showing connections between Anglo-Saxon and Frisian writing systems.

History & Archaeology

  • The Anglo-Saxon World

    by Nicholas J. Higham and Martin J. Ryan

    Comprehensive overview of Anglo-Saxon England with archaeological perspective.

  • The Age of Sutton Hoo

    edited by Martin Carver

    Essays on the Anglo-Saxon burial site and its European connections.

  • Frisia in Carolingian Times

    edited by Egge Knol et al.

    Archaeological and historical studies of early medieval Frisia.

  • The Archaeology of Anglo-Saxon England

    edited by David M. Wilson

    Classic collection of studies on Anglo-Saxon material culture.

  • Man-made Lowlands: History of Water Management and Land Reclamation in the Netherlands

    by G.P. van de Ven

    Including extensive material on Frisian terp settlements and water management.

Religion & Mythology

  • Anglo-Saxon Paganism

    by David Wilson

    Archaeological approach to pre-Christian beliefs in Anglo-Saxon England.

  • Myths and Symbols in Pagan Europe

    by H.R. Ellis Davidson

    Comparative study of Germanic and Celtic religious traditions.

  • The Germanic Pantheon: Findings in Words and Objects

    edited by Anders Andrén et al.

    Interdisciplinary approaches to Germanic mythology including Anglo-Frisian evidence.

General Interest

  • The Anglo-Saxons

    by Marc Morris

    Accessible narrative history of Anglo-Saxon England for general readers.

  • A Brief History of the Netherlands

    by Paul Arblaster

    Including material on Frisian history and culture.

  • The Origins of the Anglo-Saxons

    by Jean Manco

    Accessible introduction to Migration Period history combining archaeology, linguistics, and genetics.

  • The Sea Kingdoms: The History of Celtic Britain and Ireland

    by Alistair Moffat

    Includes discussion of interactions between Anglo-Frisian settlers and native British populations.

  • The Edge of the World: A Cultural History of the North Sea and the Transformation of Europe

    by Michael Pye

    Explores how the North Sea served as a highway rather than a barrier, connecting Anglo-Saxon England and Frisia in a shared maritime culture that transformed European civilization.

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