Ælfric of Eynsham

Ælfric of Eynsham (955–1020) was a writer, hagiographer and grammarian.

Also recorded as Ælfric the Grammarian; Ælfric of Cerne; Ælfric the Homilist; Ælfric Grammaticus; Ælfric.

Overview

Born at Kingdom of England in 955, died at Kingdom of England in 1020.

In detail

training under Æthelwold of Winchester is recorded. the recorded working language is medieval Latin and Old English.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Eynsham. Positions recorded include abbot.

Works named in the authority record are Glossary, Grammar, Old English De temporibus annis, De falsis deis, Bible and Lives of saints.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

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“Ælfric of Eynsham”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q271377: Ælfric of Eynsham
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