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Title: Anglo-Saxon Literature
Note: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Anglo-Saxon Literature" by John Earle is a scholarly examination of the earliest forms of English literary expression written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the origins and evolution of Anglo-Saxon literature, highlighting its unique development amidst the influences of Latin tradition and Christian thought. The book is likely of interest to those seeking to understand the foundational texts and cultural context that shaped early English literature. The opening of the work presents a preface outlining the author's intentions and the significance of the book within the broader field of literary studies. Earle emphasizes that Anglo-Saxon literature stands as the oldest vernacular literature in modern Europe, primarily shaped by Latin influences. He sets the stage for a detailed investigation into the character and content of the literature that emerged during this period, touching upon both well-known works like "Beowulf" and lesser-known ones as he prepares to explore various themes, authors, and historical contexts associated with this crucial literary tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Earle, John, 1824-1903
EBook No.: 17101
Published: Nov 19, 2005
Downloads: 350
Language: English
Subject: English literature -- Old English, ca. 450-1100 -- History and criticism
Subject: Civilization, Anglo-Saxon, in literature
Subject: Civilization, Medieval, in literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Anglo-Saxon Literature
Note: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Louise Pryor and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
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Summary: "Anglo-Saxon Literature" by John Earle is a scholarly examination of the earliest forms of English literary expression written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the origins and evolution of Anglo-Saxon literature, highlighting its unique development amidst the influences of Latin tradition and Christian thought. The book is likely of interest to those seeking to understand the foundational texts and cultural context that shaped early English literature. The opening of the work presents a preface outlining the author's intentions and the significance of the book within the broader field of literary studies. Earle emphasizes that Anglo-Saxon literature stands as the oldest vernacular literature in modern Europe, primarily shaped by Latin influences. He sets the stage for a detailed investigation into the character and content of the literature that emerged during this period, touching upon both well-known works like "Beowulf" and lesser-known ones as he prepares to explore various themes, authors, and historical contexts associated with this crucial literary tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Earle, John, 1824-1903
EBook No.: 17101
Published: Nov 19, 2005
Downloads: 350
Language: English
Subject: English literature -- Old English, ca. 450-1100 -- History and criticism
Subject: Civilization, Anglo-Saxon, in literature
Subject: Civilization, Medieval, in literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.