Tropes And Figures In Anglo-Saxon Prose (1897)

By James Waddell Tupper

Book Overview

Tropes And Figures In Anglo-Saxon Prose is a book written by James Waddell Tupper and originally published in 1897. The book explores the use of rhetorical devices, such as tropes and figures of speech, in Anglo-Saxon prose. Tupper analyzes the language and literary techniques used in a variety of Anglo-Saxon texts, including historical chronicles, religious writings, and poetry. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of rhetorical devices used in Anglo-Saxon literature, and how they were used to convey meaning and create vivid imagery. Tupper's analysis is accompanied by numerous examples from the texts he examines, making the book a valuable resource for scholars of Anglo-Saxon literature and language. Overall, Tropes And Figures In Anglo-Saxon Prose is an important contribution to the study of Anglo-Saxon literature and the history of the English language.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: 1165752840
• ISBN13: 9781165752843
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"