Genesis A is a translation of the Old English poem of the same name, which retells the biblical story of creation and the fall of man. The translation was completed by Lawrence Mason in 1915 and is considered a classic example of early 20th century Old English scholarship. The poem is written in alliterative verse and features vivid descriptions of the natural world, as well as the characters and events of the biblical narrative. The translation includes extensive notes and commentary, providing readers with a deeper ...
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Genesis A is a translation of the Old English poem of the same name, which retells the biblical story of creation and the fall of man. The translation was completed by Lawrence Mason in 1915 and is considered a classic example of early 20th century Old English scholarship. The poem is written in alliterative verse and features vivid descriptions of the natural world, as well as the characters and events of the biblical narrative. The translation includes extensive notes and commentary, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the language and cultural context of the poem. Overall, Genesis A is a valuable resource for scholars of Old English literature and those interested in the history of biblical interpretation.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.
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