Purity: A Middle English Poem (1920)

By Robert James Mennen

Book Overview

Purity: A Middle English Poem (1920) is a book written by Robert James Menner. The book is a translation of a Middle English poem that tells the story of a young girl named Purity who is guided by various allegorical figures on a journey towards salvation. The poem is believed to have been written in the late 14th century and is part of a group of four poems known as the ""Alliterative Revival"". Menner's translation aims to make the poem accessible to modern readers while preserving its original language and style. The book also includes a comprehensive introduction that provides historical context and analysis of the poem's themes and literary techniques. Overall, Purity: A Middle English Poem (1920) is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Middle English literature, as well as anyone interested in the history of English language and culture.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: 1166992578
• ISBN13: 9781166992576
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"