English 310 - Topic: Old English

A study of the language and literature of Anglo-Saxon England (ca. 450-1066 AD) in a series of graduated grammar lessons and readings of Old English poetry and prose. These will include selections from the Bible, the Venerable Bede, the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, 'The Wanderer,' 'The Dream of the Rood,' 'The Wife's Lament,' and the Exeter Book riddles. We will also learn the 31-character Old English futhorc as it was preserved in 'The Rune Poem' and used to inscribe verses on the Franks Casket and the Ruthwell Cross.

This course is open to Juniors and Seniors. Prereq: 8 credits from English department at the 200- or 300-level