The History Of Early English Literature - Stopford A Brooke - Bog

The History of Early English Literature is a comprehensive study of English poetry from its earliest beginnings up until the time of King Alfred's accession. The book is written by Stopford A. Brooke, a renowned literary critic and historian. The book covers the development of English poetry from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Norman Conquest, and includes chapters on the works of famous poets such as Beowulf, Caedmon, and Cynewulf. The book also explores the various influences on English poetry, including the Celtic and Scandinavian traditions, as well as the Christian religion. The book is written in a scholarly style, with detailed analysis and commentary on the poems and their historical context. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and the development of the English language.In Two Volumes.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.