The Origin Legends of Early Medieval Britain and Ireland

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The book argues that insular origin narratives are deeply interconnected with broader historical and pseudohistorical writings, challenging the notion of isolated literary traditions in early medieval Ireland, Wales, Anglo-Saxon England, and Scotland. The initial chapter presents evidence of these textual connections and outlines the sources that influenced major works. Subsequent chapters will explore the historical, literary, and cultural implications of these relationships, drawing on the methodologies of notable scholars to reveal the shared intellectual landscape of the period.