A History of Old English Literature
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A History of Old English Literature

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A History of Old English Literature

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About This Book

This timely introduction to Old English literature focuses on the production and reception of Old English texts, and on their relation to Anglo-Saxon history and culture.

  • Introduces Old English texts and considers their relation to Anglo-Saxon culture.
  • Responds to renewed emphasis on historical and cultural contexts in the field of medieval studies.
  • Treats virtually the entire range of textual types preserved in Old English.
  • Considers the production, reception and uses of Old English texts.
  • Integrates the Anglo-Latin backgrounds crucial to understanding Old English literature.
  • Offers very extensive bibliographical guidance.
  • Demonstrates that Anglo-Saxon studies is uniquely placed to contribute to current literary debates.

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Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Year
2008
ISBN
9780470692837
Edition
1
Topic
Literature
Subtopic
English Literary Criticism
Index
Literature

Table of contents

  1. A HISTORY OF OLD ENGLISH LITERATURE