Old and Middle English Poetry gathers together the essential texts from the earliest writings in the vernacular up to the time of Chaucer.
- Contains a selection of the most significant Old and Middle English Poetry.
- Encapsulates the foundation and consolidation of literature written in English.
- Places traditional favourites are alongside less well-known titles, reflecting the ways in which the literary canon has changed in recent years.
- Includes a succinct introduction, which gives readers a sense of how literature developed during the period.
- Ideal for readers seeking a first introduction to the classic texts of English literature.
Series Editor's Preface.
Introduction.
1. From The Exeter Book:.
Deor.
The Wanderer.
The Seafarer.
The Wife's Lament.
From The Vercelli Book.
The Dream of the Rood.
The Battle of Maldon.
2. From The Beowulf-Manuscript:.
3. From Beowulf (extract, X-XVIII):.
Judith.
4. From London, British Library, Cotton Caligula A.IX:.
The Owl and the Nightingale.
5. From The Auchinleck Manuscript:.
Sir Orfeo.
5. From London, British Library, Harley 2253:.
Alysoun.
Spring.
An Old Man's Prayer.
I Syke when Y Singe.
Richard Rolle (c.1290-1349).
Song of Love.
WylóŸ
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