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Say What I Am

A Book of Old English Riddles

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  • 80 pages
  • 3 hours of reading

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The collection features forty-nine riddles from the Exeter Book, showcasing the Anglo-Saxon perspective through everyday objects and nature. Translated by Ben Waggoner, these riddles reveal the hidden beauty and humor in items like keys and ploughs, while also giving voice to elements of the natural world, such as birds and stars. Rich in metaphor, this work offers a delightful glimpse into the culture and daily life of Anglo-Saxon England, making it an engaging introduction to this historical period.

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Say What I Am, Ben Waggoner

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2017
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