Doomsday Book
Why was the book created?
To determine the land and rescues of England to determine property taxes.
Who was St. Brendan?
Irish Monk and navigator
Who wrote the book?
Geoffrey of Monmounth
What is the language of most Anglo-Norman poetry?
Old French
Who wrote the Suma Theologiae?
Thomas Aquinas
How is the book split?
Into a smaller book and larger book.
Why voyage did St. Brenden go on?
Voyage of the Isles of the Blessed
What was the focus?
Provide historical accounts of the rulers of Britian
After what event did Anglo-Norman poetry emerge?
What is the book about?
A summery of the main points of Catholicism And the teachings of the Church.
Who wanted the book to be made?
King William the I of England
How many companions did St. Brenden have on his voyage?
17
Is the book history or mythology?
Primarily a historical work with some elements of mythology.
How did the Norman Conquest influence Anglo-Norman poetry?
Brought French-speaking Normans to England (blended of Old English and Anglo-Norman literary traditions)
Why was the book unfinished?
The author died while finishing it.
How was information of the book collected?
Through surveys and questions.
What was the most famous element of his voyage?
A giant sea creature
What was the books impact on the story of King Arthur?
Influenced Arthurian legends like the knights of the round table.
How did Anglo-Norman poetry develop the English language?
Introduced French vocabulary to the English language
Who was the intended audience of the book?
Theology Students
What language was the book written in?
Old English and Latin
Where are the Brendan Islands located?
Off the west coast of Ireland
What role did the book play in the development British identity?
Provides a legend for the history Britain that emphazies nobility.
What are some genre’s of Anglo-Norman poetry?
Romances, Fables, and Historical Writings
What was the language of the book?