Bücher von Charles John Abbey

Religious Thought in Old English Verse is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Religious Thought in Old English Verse is a book that explores the religious beliefs and ideas of the Anglo-Saxon period through the lens of Old English poetry. Written by Charles John Abbey, the book delves into the religious themes and motifs found in the works of poets such as Caedmon, Cynewulf, and the anonymous author of Beowulf. Abbey examines the Christianization of Anglo-Saxon England and how it influenced the poetry of the time, as well as the use of traditional pagan imagery and symbolism in Christian verse. The book also explores the role of poetry in the religious life of the Anglo-Saxons and how it was used to convey spiritual truths and inspire devotion. With its detailed analysis of Old English poetry and its insights into the religious beliefs of the Anglo-Saxon period, Religious Thought in Old English Verse is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or the literature of the Middle Ages.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.