Stefan Jurasinski Poradie kníh

King Alfred's domboc ('book of laws'), the most ambitious legal text of the Anglo-Saxon period, combines translated biblical laws with Alfred's own ordinances and those of the early West-Saxon King Ine. This edition and commentary - the first in over a century - will interest all students of English history and law.

The influence of nineteenth-century legal historians on the editing of Old English texts, particularly Beowulf, is a central theme. Their methodologies and interpretations have shaped modern editions, leading to a significant archaizing effect on the text. This exploration highlights how historical perspectives can impact literary scholarship and the preservation of cultural heritage.