Bøger af James Loring Arnold

This literary study examines the depiction of King Alfred the Great in English poetry from the medieval period to the modern era. Through careful analysis of key works, the author shows how Alfred has been an enduring symbol of cultural identity and national pride.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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King Alfred in English Poetry is a book written by James Loring Arnold and published in 1898. The book is a historical and literary analysis of the portrayal of King Alfred the Great in English poetry from the early Middle Ages to the Victorian era. Arnold examines how Alfred was depicted in various genres of poetry, including epic poetry, ballads, and romantic poetry. He also explores the historical context of each poem and how it reflects the attitudes and values of the time in which it was written. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of Alfred's image in English literature and how it reflects the changing perceptions of the king over time. Overall, King Alfred in English Poetry is a valuable resource for scholars of English literature and history, as well as anyone interested in the cultural legacy of one of England's most celebrated monarchs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.