The change from an Anglo-Saxon to a Christian society. Problems of time and narrative in "The Wanderer"

Set against the backdrop of a society in transition, the essay explores "The Wanderer," an Old English elegy reflecting the turmoil of identity during the shift from Anglo-Saxon to Christian culture. The protagonist, a displaced warrior, grapples with the loss of his home and the nostalgia for a past life, ultimately gaining wisdom and faith. The analysis delves into the poem's formal aspects, the significance of the warrior past, imagery of ruin, the impact of Christianity, and the wanderer's current state, highlighting the complexity of his emotional journey.