Widsith: A Study In Old English Heroic Legend

Widsith: A Study In Old English Heroic Legend is a book written by R. W. Chambers that explores the Old English poem Widsith. The poem is a collection of stories about legendary heroes and their deeds, and the book examines the historical and cultural context in which the poem was written. Chambers analyzes the language and themes of the poem, as well as its place in the tradition of Anglo-Saxon heroic literature. The book also includes a translation of the poem, as well as notes and commentary to aid readers in understanding its meaning and significance. Overall, Widsith: A Study In Old English Heroic Legend is a valuable resource for scholars of Old English literature and anyone interested in the history and mythology of the Anglo-Saxon period.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.

This 1912 book provides an introduction to the general background of German heroic poetry and detailed analyses of specific aspects of Widsith. It includes an annotated version of the poem and maps, as well as an appendix which will be valuable to students and scholars of Old English literature.