A Guide to Old English, 8th edition - Bruce Mitchell, Fred C. Robinson [epub]
A comprehensive introduction to Old English, combining simple, clear philology with the best literary works to provide a compelling and accessible beginners’ guide.
* Provides a comprehensive introduction to Old English
* Uses a practical approach suited to the needs of the beginning student
* Features selections from the greatest works of Old English literature, organized from simple to more challenging texts to keep pace with the reader
* Includes a discussion of Anglo-Saxon literature, history, and culture, and a bibliography directing readers to useful publications on the subject
* Updated throughout with new material including the first 25 lines from Beowulf with detailed annotation and an explanation of Grimm’s and Verner’s laws