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Anglo-Saxon Poetry
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Literary CriticismFiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025278452
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.25
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Anglo-Saxon Poetry is a comprehensive collection and translation of the most significant surviving verse from the Old English period. Compiled and translated by R. K. Gordon, this anthology provides a vital window into the heroic and elegiac traditions of the early Middle Ages. The volume includes the complete text of the epic masterpiece Beowulf, alongside other foundational works such as The Wanderer, The Seafarer, and The Battle of Maldon.
Through these translations, readers encounter a world of warrior-kings, mythological monsters, and profound spiritual reflection. The collection spans various genres, from heroic epics and historical chronicles to religious narratives and secular riddles. Gordon's prose translations aim to capture the spirit and imagery of the original alliterative verse, making these ancient texts accessible to modern scholars and enthusiasts of medieval literature alike.
This work serves as an essential resource for understanding the linguistic and cultural foundations of the English literary tradition. Whether exploring the legendary exploits of Germanic heroes or the quiet melancholy of the Old English elegies, Anglo-Saxon Poetry remains a definitive gateway into the rich heritage of the Anglo-Saxon world.
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