Dr Philip Shaw, ‘A Hawk from an Herodius: The Origins and Fortunes of Old English Wealhhafoc’

Dr Philip Shaw: ‘A Hawk from an Herodius: The Origins and Fortunes of Old English Wealhhafoc’ 

5.30-7.30pm, Tuesday 29th May 2012

Arts Tower, Lecture Theatre 8

 

The Old English word wealhhafoc is, according to the dictionaries, a term meaning ‘falcon’. The origins of this word, however, suggest that it was first applied to a water-bird, before being transferred to the falcon. These origins have far-reaching implications, affecting our understanding of the related Old Norse word valr and our interpretation of the flying apparatus employed by goddesses in Scandinavian mythology.

Finding us 
The Arts Tower is located just off Bolsover Street. Parking is available in the Tower carpark, and costs 50p for the evening. I'll be there to direct you to the lecture theatre from 5.15pm onwards. Buses 10, 10a and 95 stop opposite the Arts Tower. 

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Questions?

You can contact me (Dr Becky Fisher) on rebecca.m.c.fisher@gmail.com. 

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The Sheffield Anglo-Saxon and Medieval Society was formed in February 2012 by Dr Becky Fisher (University of Sheffield) and Louise, a member of the Sheffield University of the Third Age. It is in this spirit of partnership that we hope SAMS will continue, creating opportunities for academics and members of the local community to share and explore their knowledge of the fascinating Middle Ages.