Publisher's Synopsis
The Anglo-Saxon Version of the Story of Apollonius of Tyre is a book written by Benjamin Thorpe in 1834. It is a translation of an ancient Greek tale that tells the story of Apollonius, a prince who is forced to flee his kingdom after discovering a plot against his life. He travels to various countries and encounters many challenges, including a shipwreck, a kidnapping, and a false accusation of murder. Along the way, he falls in love with a princess named Tarsia and eventually reunites with his long-lost family. The book is written in Old English, also known as Anglo-Saxon, and provides a fascinating insight into the language and literature of early medieval England. The translation is accompanied by detailed notes and commentary, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of Old English literature.Upon Which Is Founded The Play Of Pericles, Attributed To Shakespeare. From A Manuscript In The Library Of C. C. C. Cambridge.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
