Old and Middle English Poetry

by Elaine M. Treharne (Editor), Duncan Wu (Editor)

Old and Middle English Poetry gathers together the essential texts from the earliest writings in the vernacular up to the time of Chaucer.

Contains a selection of the most significant Old and Middle English Poetry. Encapsulates the foundation and consolidation of literature written in English. Places traditional favourites are alongside less well-known titles, reflecting the ways in which the literary canon has changed in recent years. Includes a succinct introduction, which gives readers a sense of how literature developed during the period. Ideal for readers seeking a first introduction to the classic texts of English literature.

Genres: Poetry, Old English Literature

184 pages, Paperback

First published September 13, 2002

Reviews

[Joseph Carr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had to return to library so didn't finish but very much enjoyed reading the Old English poems on the tube when the mood took me.

My main impression from those earliest poems was how bloody cold and wretched it all seemed. Wouldn't want to be in England in 10th/11th century! Let me go to Persia instead

[James (Jimmie) Price · Rating 2 out of 5]

Why save the translations only for the Old English? The Middle English is just as hard to read and comprehend.

[Poli]

read: “The Wanderer”,“The Dream of the Rood”, “Beowulf”, “The Seafarer”, “Widsith”, “Brut”, “The Owl and the Nightingale”, “Pearl”, “Cuckoo Song”, “Alison”, "I Sing of a Maiden”, "The Bruce”