A Guide to Old English
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About this book
A comprehensive introduction to Old English combining simple clear philology with the best literary works to provide a compelling and accessible beginners guide. Provides a comprehensive introduction to Old English Uses a practical approach suited to the needs of the beginning student Features selections from the greatest works of Old English literature organized from simple to more challenging texts to keep pace with the reader Includes a discussion of Anglo-Saxon literature history and culture and a bibliography directing readers to useful publications on the subject Updated throughout with new material including the first 25 lines from Beowulf with detailed annotation and an explanation of Grimms and Verners laws
