Early English Poems and Lives of Saints - (Paperback or Softback)

"Early English Poems and Lives of Saints," compiled by Frederick James Furnivall, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of medieval English literature and religious devotion. This collection brings together a selection of early English poems alongside biographical accounts of various Christian saints, providing valuable insights into the cultural and spiritual landscape of the time. The poems showcase the evolution of the English language and poetic form, while the lives of saints reflect the values, beliefs, and moral ideals that shaped medieval society. Readers will encounter tales of piety, miracles, and martyrdom, gaining a deeper understanding of the role of religion in everyday life. This volume is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in early English literature, religious history, and the enduring legacy of medieval culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• | Author: Frederick James Furnivall
• | Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• | Publication Date: May 22, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00214 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1023610485
• | ISBN-13: 9781023610483