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A Middle English Reader and a Middle English Vocabulary - (Dover Literature: Literary Collections) by Kenneth Sisam & J R R Tolkien (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Scholarly and highly informative, this anthology represents a distinctive contribution to the understanding and enjoyment of Middle English literature.
- Author(s): Kenneth Sisam & J R R Tolkien
- 450 Pages
- Language + Art + Disciplines, Readers
- Series Name: Dover Literature: Literary Collections
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About the Book
This highly respected anthology of medieval English literature features poetry, prose, and popular tales from Arthurian legend and classical mythology. Includes notes on each extract, appendices, and an extensive glossary by J. R. R. Tolkien.Book Synopsis
Scholarly and highly informative, this anthology represents a distinctive contribution to the understanding and enjoyment of Middle English literature. Kenneth Sisam's well-chosen extracts from writings of the 14th century illustrate a rising new spirit in vernacular works. Selections include excerpts from such tales as Sir Gawayne and the Grene Knight and the Gest Hystoriale of the destruction of Troy, the immortal Piers Plowman, John Wycliffe's translation of the Bible, political commentaries, and poetry. In addition to notes on each selection and an informative appendix, this volume features an extensive glossary by J. R. R. Tolkien. Best known as the author of The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien was an Oxford University professor of linguistics whose "vocabulary" offers an effective and practical complement to this outstanding anthology.Dimensions (Overall): 8.7 Inches (H) x 5.54 Inches (W) x 1.03 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.16 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Dover Literature: Literary Collections
Sub-Genre: Readers
Genre: Language + Art + Disciplines
Number of Pages: 450
Publisher: Dover Publications
Format: Paperback
Author: Kenneth Sisam & J R R Tolkien
Language: English
Street Date: February 11, 2005
TCIN: 81927572
UPC: 9780486440231
Item Number (DPCI): 247-02-7939
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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