Norman Wisdom
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“The affect of Norman Wisdom on the English psyche should never be underestimated. It is the very bedrock of our society.”
~ Noel Coward on Norman Wisdom
“That's one in the eye for us Anglo-Saxons.”
~ King Harold on Norman Wisdom
Norman Wisdom (Normana Sapienza) is a phrase utilized by historians to describe the cultural, intellectual and philosophical growth that occurred in 11th Century England. Many modern authors consider the movement to be too clumsy a term which is seen as random and uncontrolled, though the classification remains in continued use.
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[edit] Humanism and the Arts
Following the aftermath of the Norman Invasion in 1066, and all that, England became increasingly less insular, looking towards the European mainland and further afield for new methods of learning, agriculture and towards a cultural revolution.
Amongst the many improvements within society was the recognition that supreme executive power derives from a mandate from the masses, allowing for a more sophisticated governmental system.
Another area of exploration during the period of Norman Wisdom was literature. Norman Wisdom is believed to be responsible for the Great Vowel Shift, during which English vowels changed from short, higher notes to longer, more emphatic tones similar to what would be produced if a person tripped over a rake or took a pie in the face.
[edit] Sir Norman du Pitkin
One of the most important figured in the spread of Norman Wisdom is Sir Norman du Pitkin. Son of Frederick and Maud du Pitkin, Sir Norman excelled as a Knight, leading his cavalry into successful engagements throughout Europe.
Sir Norman also was an accomplished musician, author, and poet as well as excelling at sports, especially jousting and peasant hunting. He is also credited with bringing the du Gump fashion to England, with its traditional short jacket and tweed cap.
| Do not laugh at me, for verily I art a fool. |
Sir Norman was a vassal of Baron Edward Grimsdale, who had considerable lands in Yorkshire and Lancashire as well as connections at Court. Under his tutelage Sir Norman became adviser to two successive Kings, both William the Conquerer and William II (William Doofus). It was during his time at Court that his passion for philosophy was ignited.
During a forty year period he is credited with writing some of the most influential books of the early Middle Ages, including Wit and Wisdom, Wisdom of a Fool as well as a translation of Androcles and the Lion. A series of trips around Europe in 1197 provided the inspiration for magnum opus Nobody's Fool.
[edit] Examples of Norman Wisdom
Baron Edward Grimsdale: How long will the longboats be? Sir Norman Pitkin: Oh, about 18 feet, Sir Grimsdale.
[edit] See Also
- Ye Most Ancient Tragical Historie of the Humour of the Britons
- A Most Excellent Continuance detailing the Tragical Historie of the Humour of the Britons
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