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Discover the beauty and mystery of Old English poetry with this captivating tale of Elene. Written by the renowned poet Cynewulf, this epic poem is an essential read for anyone interested in the literature of the Anglo-Saxon period.

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This new edition of an important early English poem includes a history of the text and an updated bibliography.

Elene is an Old English poem written by the Anglo-Saxon poet Cynewulf. It tells the story of Saint Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, who is credited with discovering the True Cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified. The poem is divided into two parts: the... Read Full Overview

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

Discover the beauty and mystery of Old English poetry with this captivating tale of Elene. Written by the renowned poet Cynewulf, this epic poem is an essential read for anyone interested in the literature of the Anglo-Saxon period.

This work has been selected by scholars... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This classic Anglo-Saxon poem tells the story of St. Helena's quest for the Cross of Christ and her subsequent discovery of the True Cross. Renowned for its lyrical beauty and intricate narrative structure, this poem is a masterpiece of ancient poetry. With helpful annotations... Read Full Overview