John Holm Boeken

The book explores the structural differences between non-Creole language varieties and their European source languages, providing insights into linguistic evolution and the impact of cultural exchange. It delves into how these variations manifest in grammar, vocabulary, and phonetics, highlighting the unique characteristics that emerge from the interaction of different linguistic traditions. Through detailed analysis, it aims to enhance understanding of language development and the complexities of language contact.

865 A.D. Warring kings rule over the British Isles, but the Church rules over the kings, threatening all who oppose them with damnation. Only the dreaded Vikings of Scandinavia do not fear the priests.Shef, the bastard son of a Norse raider and a captive English lady, is torn by divided loyalties and driven by strange visions that seem to come from Odin himself. A smith and warrior, he alone dares to imagine new weapons and tactics with which to carve out a kingdom--and launch an all-out war between.... The Hammer and the Cross.