Publisher's Synopsis
The Anglo-Saxon Version of the Hexameron of St. Basil: Or Be Godes Six Daga Weorcum is a book that presents the Anglo-Saxon translation of St. Basil's Hexameron, which is a theological treatise on the six days of creation. The book was translated by Henry W. Norman and is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of Anglo-Saxon literature and Christian theology. The Hexameron is divided into six parts, each of which corresponds to one day of creation, and explores various aspects of God's creation, including the creation of light, the sky, and the sea. The Anglo-Saxon version of the text is presented alongside the original Latin, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. The book also includes an introduction that provides context for the translation and discusses the significance of the Hexameron in Christian theology. Overall, The Anglo-Saxon Version of the Hexameron of St. Basil is a fascinating and important work that sheds light on the intersection of Christianity and Anglo-Saxon culture.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.
