The Middle English Penitential Lyric: A Study And Collection Of Early Religious Verse (1911)

The Middle English Penitential Lyric: A Study And Collection Of Early Religious Verse is a book written by Frank Allen Patterson and published in 1911. The book is a comprehensive study and collection of Middle English penitential lyrics, which are religious poems that express sorrow for sin and seek forgiveness from God. The book includes an introduction that provides an overview of Middle English literature and the historical context in which these penitential lyrics were written. It also discusses the themes and motifs that are common in these poems, such as the fear of death, the importance of repentance, and the hope of salvation. The main body of the book is a collection of over 50 penitential lyrics, each with its own introduction and notes. The poems are presented in their original Middle English form, with modern translations provided for easy understanding. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Middle English literature, as well as anyone interested in the history of religious poetry. It provides a unique insight into the religious beliefs and practices of medieval England, and the ways in which these beliefs were expressed through 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.