may 16, 736 - Dream of the Rood
Description:
p. 33-35.
Background: Not sure about when. The poem has an unknown author. Frame narrative of a dream. Summary: Within the frame narrative the story of Jesus's crucifiction is told from the point of view of the cross.
Themes/motifs: Jesus as a warrior, melding of Christianity and pagan/warrior culture, exaltation.
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Early English Literature
A review for Dr. Chandler's ENGL 302a class SP 2018
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