Old and Middle English Poetry gathers together the essential texts from the earliest writings in the vernacular up to the time of Chaucer.

• Contains a selection of the most significant Old and Middle English Poetry.
• Encapsulates the foundation and consolidation of literature written in English.
• Places traditional favourites are alongside less well-known titles, reflecting the ways in which the literary canon has changed in recent years.
• Includes a succinct introduction, which gives readers a sense of how literature developed during the period.
• Ideal for readers seeking a first introduction to the classic texts of English literature.

Duncan Wu is a Fellow of St Catherine's College, Oxford, and University Lecturer in English Literature.