Old English Riddles

by Alfred J. Wyatt

Book Overview

Old English Riddles is a collection of riddles from the Anglo-Saxon period, translated by A. J. Wyatt. The book includes over 90 riddles, each with a short introduction and translation. The riddles cover a range of topics, from animals and nature to everyday objects and human emotions. Many of the riddles are playful and humorous, while others are more serious and contemplative. The book also includes an introduction that provides context for the riddles and discusses their significance in Anglo-Saxon culture. Overall, Old English Riddles offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary and cultural traditions of early medieval England.An Anglo-Saxon Classic Book Of Riddles And Solutions Written In Old English As Well As Common Runes And Their Translation Attributed To Englishmen Of The 7th-8th Centuries.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: 1428647384
• ISBN13: 9781428647381
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"