Tha Halgan Godspel On Englisc: The Anglo-Saxon Version Of The Holy Gospels (1846)

By Benjamin Thorpe

Book Overview

The book ""The Halgan Godspel On Englisc: The Anglo-Saxon Version Of The Holy Gospels"" is a translation of the Holy Gospels in the Anglo-Saxon language. It was originally published in 1846 by Benjamin Thorpe. The Anglo-Saxon language is an old form of English that was spoken in England between the 5th and 12th centuries. This book provides readers with a unique opportunity to read the Holy Gospels in an ancient language that is no longer in common use. The translation is faithful to the original text and includes notes and explanations to help readers understand the meaning of the text. The book is an important historical document that provides insight into the religious beliefs and practices of the Anglo-Saxon people. It is a valuable resource for scholars, students of Old English, and anyone interested in the history of Christianity in England.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: 1165677644
• ISBN13: 9781165677641
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"