Introduction to Old English

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Wiley, 9. juni 2003 - 332 sider
This innovative introduction to the Old English language focuses on what students need to know in order to engage with Old English literary and historical texts.
  • A pioneering introduction to Old English designed for a new generation of students.
  • Assumes no expertise in other languages or in traditional grammar.
  • Opening chapters and 'Quick Start' sections cover the basics.
  • 'Minitexts' give students practice in reading Old English.
  • Includes two chapters on syntax and three on reading poetry.
  • Anthologises fourteen readings, including 'The Wanderer', 'The Dream of the Rood' and 'Judith'.
  • The accompanying 'Old English Aerobics' website features additional readings and exercises.

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Introduction to Old English
Peter S. Baker
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Peter S. Baker is Professor of Medieval Literature at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville. His previous publications include Byrhtferth’s Enchiridion (co-edited with Michael Lapidge, 1995), Beowulf: Basic Readings (1995), The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle: A Collaborative Edition (F) and the website www.engl.virginia.edu/OE/

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TittelIntroduction to Old English
ForfatterPeter S. Baker
Utgaveillustrert, nytrykk
UtgiverWiley, 2003
ISBN0631234543, 9780631234548
Lengde332 sider
  
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