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An Anglo-Saxon Reader in Prose and Verse

About An Anglo-Saxon Reader in Prose and Verse

An excellent introduction to Old English, this book begins with an elementary grammar, ably preparing students for the thirty-four texts that follow. Among the carefully selected stories, verses and histories can be found a wide sampling of dialects: West Saxon, Northumbrian, late and early Kentish and early Mercian. A comprehensive glossary is included.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780710310095
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 414
  • Published:
  • April 17, 2005
  • Dimensions:
  • 156x234x31 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 816 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: December 13, 2024

Description of An Anglo-Saxon Reader in Prose and Verse

An excellent introduction to Old English, this book begins with an elementary grammar, ably preparing students for the thirty-four texts that follow. Among the carefully selected stories, verses and histories can be found a wide sampling of dialects: West Saxon, Northumbrian, late and early Kentish and early Mercian. A comprehensive glossary is included.

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