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The Literary Periods in World Literature OLD ENGLISH (450-1150)- words were spoken and written in Anglo-Saxon.
The Literary Periods in World Literature OLD ENGLISH (450-1150)- words were spoken and written in Anglo-Saxon.
Old English
World literature is used to refer to the sum total of the world’s national literatures, but usually it denotes the circulation of works into the wider world beyond their country of origin.
World literature is used to refer to the sum total of the world’s national literatures, but usually it denotes the circulation of works into the wider world beyond their country of origin.
world literature
It has different letters, grammar and spelling.
It has different letters, grammar and spelling.
Old English
Example words: A day after tomorrow- Overmorrow Good evening (Evening greeting)- Gōdne ǣfen
Example words: A day after tomorrow- Overmorrow Good evening (Evening greeting)- Gōdne ǣfen
Giving ways.
Giving ways.
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What is Old English?
What is Old English?
Old English is a Germanic language spoken in Anglo-Saxon England from roughly 450 to 1150 AD. It's characterized by its distinctive alphabet, grammar, and spelling.
What is world literature?
What is world literature?
World literature encompasses the sum of all national literatures, but it's often used to describe works that have gained global recognition beyond their country of origin.
How did Old English differ?
How did Old English differ?
Old English had a unique writing system, grammatical structure, and spelling that differed from modern English.
What is Middle English?
What is Middle English?
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What does "Overmorrow" mean?
What does "Overmorrow" mean?
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Study Notes
Old English (450-1150)
- Spoken and written language in Anglo-Saxon
- Characterized by distinct letters, grammar, and spelling
- Examples of Old English words:
- "Overmorrow" meaning "a day after tomorrow"
- "Gōdne ǣfen" meaning "good evening" as an evening greeting
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Test your knowledge of 21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World with this quiz. Explore the definition of world literature, identify influential literary works, and conduct close analysis on form and theme. Get ready to dive into the world of contemporary literature!
