Eleanor Parker
Anglo-Saxon literature contains many reflections on the subject of wisdom, rich in subtle observation of life and advice on human behaviour. This anthology of poems, proverbs, and prose extracts in translation brings together writing on the theme of wisdom from across the corpus of Old English literature, offering a fresh and accessible introduction to one of the most important strands of thought in Anglo-Saxon culture. These lively texts include everything from wry sayings about money and mead-drinking to guidance on education and emotional growth, as well as profound meditations on how human beings can seek, gain, and use wisdom. 6