A Companion to Anglo-Saxon Literature

This acclaimed volume explores and unravels the contexts, readings, genres, intertextualities and debates within Anglo--Saxon studies. * Brings together specially--commissioned contributions from a team of leading European and American scholars. * Embraces both the literature and the cultural background of the period. * Combines the discussion of primary material and manuscript sources with critical analysis and readings. * Considers the past, present and future of Anglo--Saxon studies