On Anglo-Saxon Versification: From The Standpoint Of Modern-English Versification (1904)

By Edwin B Setzler and Edwin B. Setzler

Book Overview

On Anglo-Saxon Versification: From The Standpoint Of Modern-English Versification is a book written by Edwin Boinest Setzler in 1904. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the Anglo-Saxon verse, focusing on its structure, rhythm, and meter. Setzler examines the characteristics of Anglo-Saxon verse and compares it with modern English verse. He argues that the Anglo-Saxon verse has a unique structure that is different from modern English verse. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the works of Anglo-Saxon poets, such as Beowulf and Caedmon. Setzler's work is a valuable resource for students and scholars of Anglo-Saxon literature and poetry. The book is written in an academic style and is suitable for readers with a background in English literature or linguistics.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: 1437036104
• ISBN13: 9781437036107
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"