Publisher's Synopsis
The Poetry Of The Codex Vercellensis, With An English Translation (1843) is a book written by John M. Kemble. This book is a collection of poetry from the Codex Vercellensis, which is one of the oldest surviving manuscripts of Old English literature. The manuscript contains a number of religious poems, including the famous poem ""The Dream of the Rood"". The book presents the original Old English text of the poems alongside an English translation, allowing readers to appreciate the language and beauty of the poetry. The translation is faithful to the original text and aims to capture the meaning and spirit of the poems. In addition to the poems themselves, the book also provides an introduction to the Codex Vercellensis and its history, as well as a discussion of the literary and cultural context of the poems. This makes the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Old English literature, history, and culture. Overall, The Poetry Of The Codex Vercellensis, With An English Translation (1843) is a well-written and informative book that offers a unique insight into the world of Old English poetry.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.
