Saxony and Charles

I’ve been reading a biography of Charlemagne by Matthias Becher, and while I think that he has done a pretty good treatment so far (I’m about half way through the book), he doesn’t provide much background detail. What I’m particularly interested in is the people of Saxony, their religion and culture, at the time of Charlemagne’s conquest (circa. 770-800). The only details I was able to pick up from Becher was a devotion to the gods Woden and Saxnot, and the Irminsul -- “a wooden column that was venerated for supposedly being a pillar of the universe.” Such sketchy details has perked my interest. I’m looking, as usual for book suggestions and websites, and also thoughts and interpretations regarding the Saxon people, their culture, religion, Charlemagne’s conquest and the forced conversion of the Saxon people. Thanks!

--David :sheildsmile: