Old English Primer and Reader, Revised Edition

The dominance of the immersion method in contemporary language learning has led to a decline in the knowledge of traditional grammar, creating challenges for students interested in studying dead or historical languages. This updated version of Reading Old English is designed to provide advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and self-learners with the necessary skills to read the earliest forms of the English language. The book clearly and systematically explains key language features without oversimplifying core grammatical concepts. It includes a variety of useful exercises, interesting and unconventional Old English texts for translation, as well as appendices that cover traditional grammar basics and sound changes in Old English. Additionally, there is an introduction to poetic structure to help readers better understand the nuances of Old English literature.

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