Strange Likeness

Explore the intricate relationship between Old English poetry and its twentieth-century revival in Strange Likeness by Chris Jones. Published by Oxford University Press in 2010, this enlightening paperback spans 280 pages and delves into how modern poets utilized their rediscovery of Old English to enrich their own writing.

In this thought-provoking analysis, Jones examines the works of notable poets such as Ezra Pound, W. H. Auden, Edwin Morgan, and Seamus Heaney. He provides a comprehensive context for Heaney’s celebrated translation of Beowulf, highlighting how it fits into his broader oeuvre.

Strange Likeness is a vital read for lovers of American poetry, literary history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the connections between past and present poetic forms. Discover how historical influences shape contemporary literature with this engaging and scholarly work by Chris Jones.