Anglo-Saxon Literature

"Anglo-Saxon Literature" by John Earle is an exploration of the writings of early England. The book looks at how Anglo-Saxon writings grew and changed, especially with Latin and Christian ideas influencing the work. The book begins by explaining why understanding Anglo-Saxon literature is important. It points out that these writings are some of the oldest in Europe and that Latin culture played a big role in shaping them. The book then takes you through different writings, including famous stories and less well-known pieces, talking about main ideas, writers, and what was happening in history at the time.