Publisher's Synopsis
The First Riddle of Cynewulf and Signy's Lament is a book written by William Witherle Lawrence and published in 1902. The book is a collection of two Old English poems, the first being a riddle attributed to the Anglo-Saxon poet Cynewulf, and the second being a lament attributed to the legendary Norse heroine Signy. The first poem, The First Riddle of Cynewulf, is a riddle that describes a creature with many eyes and a thousand feet. The poem is written in Old English and is accompanied by a modern English translation. The riddle is known for its intricate wordplay and has been the subject of much scholarly debate.The second poem, Signy's Lament, is a tragic tale of a woman who is forced to marry her own brother in order to preserve her family's honor. The poem is also written in Old English and is accompanied by a modern English translation. The poem is known for its vivid descriptions of Norse mythology and its exploration of the themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.Overall, The First Riddle of Cynewulf and Signy's Lament is a fascinating collection of Old English poetry that provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Anglo-Saxon and Norse literature.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.
