Anglo-Saxon Prose Reader For Beginners In Oldest English (1898)

Baskervill, William Malone; Harrison, James Albert

ISBN 10: 1164714201 / ISBN 13: 9781164714200

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Anglo-Saxon Prose Reader For Beginners In Oldest English (1898)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1164714201
• ISBN 13: 9781164714200
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Anglo-Saxon Prose Reader For Beginners In Oldest English (1898) is a book written by William Malone Baskervill. As the title suggests, the book is designed to be a reader for beginners who are interested in learning the oldest form of English language, also known as Anglo-Saxon or Old English. The book contains a collection of prose passages from various Anglo-Saxon texts, including historical documents, religious texts, and literary works.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to the Anglo-Saxon language, including its history, grammar, and pronunciation. The second part contains the prose passages, which are accompanied by notes and vocabulary lists to help the reader understand the text.The book is intended for students of Anglo-Saxon language and literature, as well as for scholars who are interested in the history of the English language. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to beginners while still providing valuable information for more advanced learners.Overall, Anglo-Saxon Prose Reader For Beginners In Oldest English (1898) is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn about the oldest form of the English language and its rich literary tradition.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.