Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed and insightful examination of an early English poem, believed to be the first Christian narrative poem written in any modern European language. The work, a paraphrase of the biblical story of creation and the fall of man, is attributed to the seventh-century Anglo-Saxon poet, Caedmon. The author explores the poem's unique metrical structure, discussing its similarities to the heroic verse of later poets like Chaucer and Shakespeare, while also highlighting the distinctive features of the Anglo-Saxon language and its impact on the poem's rhythm. The book delves into the rich theological and philosophical themes of the poem, exploring the concepts of creation, sin, pride, and redemption. It further compares Caedmon's work to Milton's Paradise Lost, providing a fascinating analysis of the similarities and differences between these two epic poems, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of Christian poetry through the ages. The author's meticulous analysis and insightful commentary provide a valuable resource for understanding this remarkable early English poem and its enduring legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332970391_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332970391
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332970391
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)