The Ormulum V2 (1852)

Book Overview

The Ormulum V2, published in 1852, is a book written by Robert Meadows White. It is a continuation of the first volume and contains a collection of texts in Middle English, specifically the Ormulum, a 12th-century religious text. The Ormulum is a collection of homilies and sermons written in verse form, intended for the instruction of the laity. The text is notable for its unique spelling system, which was created by the author himself. The book includes an introduction by the author, explaining the origin and purpose of the Ormulum, as well as notes and commentary on the text. This volume is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Middle English literature, as well as those interested in the history of the English language.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: 1104500973
• ISBN13: 9781104500979
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 668 Pages
• Weight: 2.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"