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The Cross In The Life And Literature Of The Anglo-Saxons

The Cross In The Life And Literature Of The Anglo-Saxons

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ISBN10: 1163435597
ISBN13: 9781163435595
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Cross In The Life And Literature Of The Anglo-Saxons, written by William O. Stevens, is a comprehensive exploration of the role of the cross in Anglo-Saxon culture and literature. The book examines the significance of the cross in the daily life of the Anglo-Saxons, including its use in religious worship, art, and architecture. It also analyzes the portrayal of the cross in Anglo-Saxon literature, including epic poems such as Beowulf and religious texts such as The Dream of the Rood. The book delves into the symbolism and meaning behind the cross in Anglo-Saxon culture, exploring its connections to themes such as sacrifice, redemption, and heroism. Overall, The Cross In The Life And Literature Of The Anglo-Saxons offers a fascinating and nuanced examination of the cross's central role in Anglo-Saxon society and storytelling.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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