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Old English Riddles

Old English Riddles

Wyatt, A. J.

Paperback

HumorLiterary CriticismGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1162982446
ISBN13: 9781162982441
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Old English Riddles is a collection of riddles from the Anglo-Saxon period, translated and compiled by A. J. Wyatt. The book includes over 90 riddles, each with its own unique solution, and provides insight into the language, culture, and humor of the time. The riddles cover a wide range of topics, from everyday objects to mythical creatures, and are presented in their original Old English alongside modern English translations. The book also includes an introduction that provides historical context and an analysis of the riddles' literary and linguistic features. Old English Riddles is a fascinating glimpse into the world of Anglo-Saxon riddles and a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Old English literature.An Anglo-Saxon Classic Book Of Riddles And Solutions Written In Old English As Well As Common Runes And Their Translation Attributed To Englishmen Of The 7th-8th Centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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