The Dream of the Rood: an accessible, scholarly edition of an early Old English poem.
This Clarendon Press edition, edited by Albert S. Cook, presents a carefully annotated Old English text with scholarly apparatus. It situates the poem within its manuscript context and provides introductions, notes, and bibliographic guidance for study and discussion.
- A clear, prose-based Old English poem with modern guidance for readers
- Detailed manuscript notes, editions history, and translation options
- Commentary on authorship, literary characteristics, and historical context
- A full bibliography and sections on editions and translations for deeper study
Ideal for students, teachers, and readers who want a reliable, study-ready edition of a landmark piece of early English verse.