Books in the Anthologies of English Literature series

This volume illustrates the strength and variety of twentieth century literature, and provides a stimulating collection to which readers will return time and again.

The Old English selections which include extracts from Beowulf and well-known riddles and elegies, are in modern English translation. The Middle English writings, from Langland, Chaucer, Malory and many others, are presented in the original language with marginal notes, or with a full translation where appropriate.

The nineteenth century volume demonstrates the variety of English literature in an age of social, intellectual, religious and scientific ferment. The anthology concludes with selections of Victorian poetry and extracts from Wilde and Stevenson and altogether offers a comprehensive sample of the vast treasure-house of nineteenth century literature.

The selection of writing in this anthology brings alive the excitement, wit, and exuberance of the Restoration and eighteenth century.