Anglo-Saxon society, which existed in England from the 5th to the 11th centuries, was primarily agrarian and organized into small communities. These communities were often led by local chieftains or kings, and social structure was hierarchical, with nobles, freemen, and serfs. The economy relied on farming, trade, and craftsmanship, with a strong emphasis on loyalty and kinship. Religion played a significant role in daily life, with the early Anglo-Saxons practicing paganism before the spread of Christianity. The arrival of missionaries, such as St. Augustine, helped convert many to the new faith. This transition influenced art, literature, and law, shaping the culture of the time.