Atkins

Originally published in 1934, this book contains the first volume of Atkins' 'sketch' of the development of ancient literary criticism. Atkins begins his history with a look at the styles of literary criticism prevalent in ancient Greece, and includes the responses of figures such as Aristophanes, Plato and Callimachus to changes in the literature of their day. This work is aimed primarily at those with little to no classical background, and will be of value to anyone with an interest in literary criticism.

Originally published in 1922, this book contains an edited version of the Middle English poem 'The Owl and the Nightingale', together with a modern English translation. A detailed introduction with information on manuscript sources, authorship, historical context and the formal qualities of the poem is also included, together with an extensive glossary. The Middle English version of the poem incorporates detailed editorial notes. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Middle English poetry and literary criticism.