Bruce Mitchell Books

This book offers a clear and practical introduction to Old English, ideal for beginners. It features selections from significant Old English literature, discussions on Anglo-Saxon culture, and a bibliography for further reading. Updated content includes the first 25 lines of Beowulf with annotations and explanations of relevant linguistic laws.

In the six centuries before the Norman Conquest, the Anglo--Saxons set their mark on England: the origins of much that is distinctive in modern English culture may be found in the period, most notably the English language itself.