Be Domes Dage: De Die Judicii (1876)

By J. Rawson Lumby

Book Overview

Be Domes Dage: De Die Judicii is a book written by J. Rawson Lumby and published in 1876. The title translates to ""The Day of Judgement"" in Old English, and the book is a critical edition of an Old English poem that describes the Christian concept of the end of the world and the final judgement of all souls. The poem is believed to have been written in the 10th century and is one of the most important surviving works of Old English literature. Lumby's edition includes a detailed introduction that provides historical and cultural context for the poem, as well as notes and commentary that explain difficult or obscure passages. The book is intended for scholars and students of Old English literature, as well as anyone interested in Christian eschatology or medieval apocalyptic literature.This Book Is In English.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167448146
• ISBN13: 9781167448140
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"