Riddles At Work in the Early Medieval Tradition - Words, Ideas, Interactions

The first collection devoted solely to early medieval riddles, Riddles at work showcases recent research in this popular, new field. It brings together studies of Old English and Latin riddles, authors at various stages of their careers and a range of approaches, aiming to map out both the state of the field now and its future directions.

About the author

Megan Cavell is Associate Professor in medieval literature at the University of Birmingham

Jennifer Neville is Reader in Anglo-Saxon Literature at Royal Holloway, University of London

Product details

• Authors: Megan Neville Cavell
• Assisted by: Megan Cavell (Editor), Cavell Megan (Editor), Jennifer Neville (Editor), Neville Jennifer (Editor)
• Publisher: Manchester University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.04.2024
• EAN: 9781526178763
• ISBN: 978-1-5261-7876-3
• No. of pages: 344
• Series: Manchester Medieval Literature and Culture; Manchester Medieval Literature
• Subjects: Fiction > Poetry, drama; Guides > Hobby, home > Games, quizzes; Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies > General and comparative literary studies; LITERARY CRITICISM / Medieval, GAMES & ACTIVITIES / Puzzles, Literary studies: classical, early & medieval, Literary studies: ancient, classical & medieval, Literature: history and criticism, Jokes & Riddles, Jokes and riddles, Anglo-Saxon