Selections from Early Middle English, 1130-1250. Part 1: Texts by Joseph Hall
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"Selections from Early Middle English, 1130-1250" by Joseph Hall is a collection of historical texts written in the early 20th century. This compilation features significant literary works from the early Middle English period, showcasing the linguistic and cultural development of that era. The collection includes poems, hymns, and chronicles, allowing readers to explore the evolution of English literature and the societal dynamics of the time. At the start of the text, Hall
provides a detailed preface explaining the selection's purpose and the methodology behind the organization of the included pieces. He mentions the manuscripts relied upon for transcription and acknowledges their historical importance. The first piece presented is the "Worcester Fragments," which demonstrates early English verse and touches on themes of spirituality, knowledge, and cultural heritage, indicating the rich tapestry of thought and expression found in early Middle English literature. This introductory section effectively sets the stage for further exploration of individual texts that will follow in the compilation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Hall, Joseph, 1854- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 21000660 |
| Title | Selections from Early Middle English, 1130-1250. Part 1: Texts |
| Credits |
Produced by Louise Hope, David Starner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 96.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English literature -- Middle English, 1100-1500 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26413 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26413-4 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 462 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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