The Origins of the Anglo-Saxons: Decoding the Ancestry of the English

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Book Synopsis: This groundbreaking history of the Anglo-Saxons draws on new genetic data to overturn prior assumptions about their ancestry, now in compact paperback. Now available as an attractive, compact paperback, The Origins of the Anglo-Saxons combines results from cutting-edge DNA technology with new research from archaeology and linguistics, revealing the adventurous journey undertaken by Anglo-Saxons long before a word of English was spoken. Starting with the deeper origins of the Germani and how they fit into the greater family of Indo-European speakers and ending with the language of Shakespeare, taken to the first British colony in America―with thoughts about how English became the lingua franca of the world―this chronicle takes a wider scope than previous histories. Historian Jean Manco makes the latest genetic data—typically only available in scholarly research—engaging and accessible to the general reader and reveals data that have overturned the suppositions of population continuity that until recently were popular among geneticists and archaeologists. The result is an exciting new history of the English people and an entertaining analysis of their development. Featuring illustrations and charts to explain the recent research, this is a must-have for anyone who is interested in the history of English ancestry and language. 137 illustrations Read more

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Welcome to the groundbreaking history of the Anglo-Saxons! The Origins of the Anglo-Saxons: Decoding the Ancestry of the English book is a must-have for history enthusiasts. With new genetic data, this captivating narrative overturns prior assumptions about the ancestry of the English. Dive into the adventurous journey of the Anglo-Saxons long before the English language was born, now conveniently available in a compact paperback format.

Uncover the deeper origins of the Germani and their connection to the broader family of Indo-European speakers in this comprehensive chronicle. Follow the evolution of English from its roots to becoming the world's lingua franca, with intriguing insights into its journey to the first British colony in America. Historian Jean Manco brings the latest genetic data to light in an engaging and accessible manner, dispelling outdated notions of population continuity. Get ready for a fresh perspective on the English people's history and development!

With 137 illustrations and charts to aid in visualizing the recent research, this book is a valuable resource for anyone intrigued by English ancestry and language history. Discover how DNA technology, archaeology, and linguistics converge to reshape our understanding of the Anglo-Saxon heritage. Don't miss out on this entertaining analysis of English ancestry - it's a fascinating journey waiting to be explored!

Grab your copy today and delve into the captivating world of the Anglo-Saxons!

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