Reliques of Ancient English Poetry (Vol. 1-3) (eBook)

Collection of Old Heroic Ballads, Songs, and Other Pieces of Early Poetry

Various authors (Autor)

Thomas Percy, Henry B. Wheatley (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
1184 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654773470-3 (EAN)

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Reliques of Ancient English Poetry is a collection of ballads and songs compiled by Various Authors, published in three volumes. The book showcases a diverse range of English literature dating back to the 13th to 17th centuries, providing insights into the cultural and linguistic evolution of the English language. The poems are written in various forms including sonnets, lyrics, and narrative verse, giving readers a comprehensive view of the literary traditions of the time. The blend of folklore, romance, and historical themes in the poems creates a rich tapestry of early English poetry. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of English literature seeking to explore the roots of the literary heritage of England. Various Authors, known for their meticulous curation of literary works, carefully selected and presented these relics of the past, offering readers a glimpse into the poetic expressions of bygone eras. Their dedication to preserving these ancient poems ensures that future generations can appreciate and study the richness of early English literature. I highly recommend Reliques of Ancient English Poetry to readers interested in delving into the historical and literary treasures of old English verse.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 27.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Märchen / Sagen
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lexikon / Chroniken
• Schlagworte: 18th-century poetry • Aelfric • ancient English ballads • Ancient English myths • ballad literature • Bede • Beowulf • british folklore • British literary heritage • Chivalric legends • classic fairy tales literature • cultural folklore stories • folklore poetry collection • Guinevere • historical legends poetry • historical poetry • Hobbit • Irish Literature • King Arthur • literary anthology • literary folk tales • medieval ballads • medieval poetry anthology • mythological poems • Richard the Heart of Lion • Robin Hood • Romantic literature • The Ring of Nibelungs • traditional English verse • tristan and iseult