英美文学chapter1.pptVIP

By Xie Lixiang Chapter 1The Old and Medieval Period Historical Background the earliest inhabitants—Celts Roman Britain—from the 1st century to the beginning of the 5th century the Anglo-Saxon Period the Anglo-Norman Period Chapter 1The Old and Medieval Period 2. Anglo-Saxon Period (the period of Old English Literature) 2.1. Time: 449-1066 2.2. Influence: a. the Germanic language and culture b. the ancestors of the present English people c. a transition from tribal society to feudalism 2.3. Language: old English—the foundation of English language and literature. Chapter