Cambridge introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature

"An approachable and stimulating introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature, this book provides indispensable guidance for students on this important and rewarding area of literary studies. The chapters are clearly organised by topic and significant attention is paid to key individual works, includ...

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Main Author: Magennis, Hugh
Format: Printed Book
Published: Cambridge ; Cambridge University Press, c2011.
Series:Cambridge introductions to literature
Subjects:
English literature
Civilization, Anglo-Saxon, in literature.
Civilization, Medieval, in literature.
Literary criticism
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