Other than his name, we have no biographical details of Cynewulf, not even where or when he lived. Yet his Old English poems attest to a powerfully inventive imagination, deeply learned in Christian doctrine and traditional verse-craft. He reveals an expert control of structure and a flair for extended similes and dramatic dialogue.
I have a question about the book:
'The Old English Poems of Cynewulf - Cynewulf'.
Fill in the form below.
We will respond as fast as possible.
We value your privacy
We use cookies to measure traffic, improve Boekstra and let Google tailor ads to your interests. You can keep using the site either way — even if you decline. More info
