Old German Glosses [on Vergil] From A Bodleian Manuscript [ed. By F. Madan]

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Book Overview

This volume presents a scholarly edition of Old German glosses found within a Bodleian manuscript of Vergil's works. Edited by F. Madan, the text offers valuable insights into the linguistic landscape of early medieval Germany and the reception of classical literature in the Germanic-speaking world. The glosses provide a window into the vernacular interpretations and adaptations of Vergil's Latin texts, shedding light on the evolving relationship between Latin and Old German.

Researchers and students of Germanic philology, medieval history, and classical studies will find this edition an essential resource for understanding the transmission of knowledge and the development of the German language during this formative period. "Old German Glosses on Vergil] From A Bodleian Manuscript" preserves a significant fragment of linguistic and literary history, making it a worthwhile addition to any scholarly collection.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1275659713
• ISBN13: 9781275659711
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"