It supersedes earlier editions by providing a more extensive apparatus of observations newly made from the manuscript. Exeter anthology of old english poetry exeter medieval texts. He was appointed to his position by provost john etchemendy. Prior to stanford, muir served in the same position at the university of delaware and georgetown university. Aug 03, 2016 here are ten things you should know about the exeter book. Riddle numbers are taken from muirs exeter anthology 1994, though i follow williamson in considering the first three as parts of a single riddle riddle songs of the storm which of you heroes is so sharpwitted. Also included is a new codicological report on the manuscripts current binding. Exeter university press, 2000 cited by williamson notes on.
Secondary sources aristotle 1967 the art of rhetoric. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article requires login. Mar 19, 2012 interestingly, the exeter book contains several hundred corrections which, according to bernard j muir, reveal a great deal about how one particularly careful scribe worked, and perhaps more about the working habits of anglosaxon scribes in general 150. As well, the dvd reproduces the exeter book in color. The book was donated to the library of exeter cathedral by leofric, the first bishop. Liverpool university press is the uks third oldest university press, with a distinguished history of publishing exceptional research since 1899. Jan 17, 2020 exeter anthology of old english poetry. Exeter anthology of old english poetry by bernard j. Here are ten things you should know about the exeter book. Interestingly, the exeter book contains several hundred corrections which, according to bernard j muir, reveal a great deal about how one particularly careful scribe worked, and perhaps more about the working habits of anglosaxon scribes in general 150. Buy the electronic exeter anthology of old english poetry by bernard j muir editor, nick kennedy designer online at alibris. Bernard was a resident of haverhill, massachusetts at the time of his passing. In 201516, the cardinal captured its 22nd consecutive.
The wanderer is an old english poem preserved only in an anthology known as the exeter book, a manuscript dating from the late 10th century. The images used are of an extremely high resolution. The dvd contains the revised second edition of the exeter anthology of old english poetry linked to a fullcolour digital facsimile and images of various other related historical documents. The previous respondent provided the address of the product, but you must contact muir for information as the digital facsimile has not yet been released. This project, which has funding from a teaching development grant from the university of melbourne, uses. The exeter book, exeter cathedral library ms 3501, also known as the codex exoniensis, is a tenthcentury book or codex which is an anthology of anglosaxon poetry. The exeter book, exeter cathedral library ms 3501, also known as the codex exoniensis, is a 10th century composite bound codex that contains a substantial collection of vernacular anglo saxon poetry and was donated to the exeter cathedral library in. The electronic exeter anthology of old english poetry. It has attracted a considerable body of scholarship 1500 papers and monographs. A preliminary report on a new edition of the exeter book.
It is expected to be even more successful and wellreceived than the comparable volume from university of exeter press, the art of the book. The edited text generally agrees with previous editions by george philip krapp and elliott van kirk dobbie in the exeter book aspr 3, 1936 and bernard muir in the exeter anthology of old english poetry 2nd ed. Where can i get a facsimile or photocopy of the anglosaxon. Exeter anthology of old english poetry exeter medieval texts and studies bernard j. An edition of exeter dean and chapter ms 3501 1994 one might be forgiven for concluding that the primary issue with this gnomic, gnarled halfline is a matter of grammar. This revised edition of the twovolume set first published in 1994 includes many newly. Some of them have been dated as far back as the 7 th century. Exeter book project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Exeter dean and chapter manuscript 3501, usually known as the exeter book, was written down by a single scribe no doubt a monk in about 970. A bibliography, university of exeter press exeter, devon, england, 1992. References edit george philip krapp and elliott van kirk dobbie eds, the exeter book, the anglosaxon poetic records, 3 new york. This revised edition of the twovolume set first published in 1994 includes many newlydiscovered alterations to the poetic texts in addition to the four hundred new readings listed in the first edition.
The exeter book is the largest and most comprehensive anthology of anglosaxon poetry to survive. Through four seasons under muirs leadership, stanford has extended two of the most unfathomable streaks in college athletics. Email citation the most recent edition of the exeter book. Jun 16, 2006 bernard muir has an interactive facsimile of the entire exeter book forthcoming which should be impressive. This edition on dvd will be an invaluable historical and literary acquisition for libraries and an indispensable reference work for medievalists and other scholars. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The elements of anglosaxon wisdom poetry in the exeter. An edition of exeter dean and chapter ms 3501, two volumes, university of exeter press exeter, devon, england, 1994, 2nd edition published as the exeter anthology of old english poetry, 2004. For the past two years i have been working on a new edition of exeter cathedral library ms 3501, better known as the exeter book and in julyaugust 1988 spent four weeks conducting a thorough examination of the manuscript in situ 1.
Translating exeter book riddles medieval studies research. The fact that so many corrections were made suggests that the scribe was using a. The exeter anthology of old english poetry 2 volumes edited by bernard j. This revised edition of the twovolume set first published in 1994 includes many newlydiscovered. Exeter book riddle 44 according to the numbering of the anglosaxon poetic records is one of the old english riddles found in the later tenthcentury exeter book. The exeter book is a 10 thcentury anthology of poetry in old english and is of major importance to exeter cathedral, the cathedral library and english literature itself. Bernard muir is reader in medieval language and literature in the. Bernard muir is reader in medieval language and literature in the english department, university of melbourne. Join britannicas publishing partner program and our community of experts to gain a global audience for your work.
Its place in medieval worship, edited by margaret m. Exeter anthology of old english poetry exeter medieval. The interactive edition of the exeter anthology of old english poetry is an invaluable acquisition of historical and literary significance for most libraries and an indispensable reference work for medievalists and other scholars interested in literature, codicology and anglosaxon society. The riddle is one of a number to include runes as clues. Bernard muir, fatalist by oped on april 19, 2018 since arriving at stanford in 2012, director of athletics bernard muir has been busy.
A preliminary report on a new edition of the exeter book persee. Through seven years under muirs leadership, stanford has extended two of the most recognizable streaks in college athletics. A companion to the exeter christ poems book depository. The translation is rough, attempting to keep with the original word order as much as modern english will allow. Muir, 97808598963, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. This is a large undertaking, and will have to be carried out as the edition progresses. Jun 28, 2006 buy exeter anthology of old english poetry exeter medieval texts and studies 2rev ed by bernard j. Jul 28, 2006 the exeter anthology of old english poetry by bernard j.
An edition of exeter dean and chapter ms 3501, 2 vols, 2nd rev. The exeter anthology of old english poetry by bernard j. The exeter book medieval studies oxford bibliographies. Background the wanderer is an old english poem preserved only in an anthology known as the exeter book, a manuscript dating from the late 10th century. This companion collects groundbreaking new scholarship on the exeter christ poems from experts in the field as well as seminal but previously hardtofind articles. Project muse john the baptists prayer or the descent. Muirs magisterial the exeter anthology of old english poetry.
Fellow of the australian academy of the humanities and professor of medieval studies, english department, the university of melbourneprofessor bernard muir is currently working on a project titled the digital history of the manuscript book. Exeter book riddles anglosaxon narrative poetry project. This book is a collection of speciallycommissioned arthistorical essays on the theme of manuscript studies by some of the worlds leading art historians and curators of manuscripts. Project muse john the baptists prayer or the descent into. Where can i get a facsimile or photocopy of the anglo. An edition of exeter dean and chapter ms 3501, 2nd edn, 2 vols exeter. The exeter anthology of old english poetry bernard j.
The exeter anthology of old english poetry, 2nd ed. It is one of the four major anglosaxon literature codices, along with the vercelli book, nowell codex and the c. The exeter book, exeter cathedral library ms 3501, also known as the codex exoniensis, is a 10th century composite bound codex that contains a substantial collection of vernacular anglo saxon poetry and was donated to the exeter cathedral library in 1072 by leofric the first bishop of exeter. Commonly referred to as the exeter book, this important anthology is the earliest and largest surviving book of vernacular poetry from anglosaxon england. Bernard muirs painstaking examination of both the manuscript and the enormous amount of scholarship on it has resulted in a wealth of new information alongside the riches of the old. Search for library items search for lists search for. The donations of leofric to exeter, by max forster, in the exeter book of old english poetry, ed chambers, forster and flower, 1933. Commonly referred to as the exeter book, this important anthology is the. Exeter book riddle 24 according to the numbering of the anglosaxon poetic records is one of the old english riddles found in the later tenthcentury exeter book.
Buy exeter anthology of old english poetry exeter medieval texts and studies 2rev ed by bernard j. Exeter anthology of old english poetry the exeter dvd. Bernard muir has an interactive facsimile of the entire exeter book forthcoming which should be impressive. The volume also includes a comprehensive bibliography and a foreword by preeminent scholar of exeter book studies bernard muir. The exeter anthology of old english poetry edited by bernard j. The electronic exeter anthology of old english poetry by.
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