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A Middle English Reader and a Middle English Vocabulary
Contributor(s): Sisam, Kenneth (Author), Tolkien, J. R. R. (Author)

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ISBN: 0486440230     ISBN-13: 9780486440231
Publisher: Dover Publications
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Binding Type: Paperback
Published: February 2005
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Annotation: This highly-respected anthology of medieval English literature features numerous well-chosen extracts of poetry and prose, including  popular tales from Arthurian legend and classical mythology, as well as the allegorical poem "Piers Plowman" and John Wycliffe's translation of the Bible. Includes notes on each extract, appendices, and an extensive glossary by J. R. R. Tolkien,""
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BISAC Categories:
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Readers
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Spelling & Vocabulary
Dewey: 427.02
LCCN: 2004061802
Physical Information: 1.03" H x 5.54" W x 8.7" L (1.16 lbs) 450 pages
Features: Bibliography, Glossary, Index, Maps, Price on Product, Table of Contents
 
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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.
 
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