Introduction to Old English is the leading text available designed to help students engage with Old English literary and historical texts for the first time. This new edition builds on the success of the original and includes an expanded anthology and new, easy-to-use glossary.







Assumes no expertise in other languages or in traditional grammar

Includes basic grammar reviews at the beginning of each major chapter

Features 'Minitexts' to give students practice reading Old English

Includes two chapters on syntax and three on reading poetry

Provides a collection of key Old English texts, including 'The Wanderer', 'The Dream of the Rood' and 'Judith'

Accompanied by the author's Old English Aerobics website featuring additional readings and exercises