Second-hand books by Alexander, Michael Solomon (DNB00)

About Alexander, Michael Solomon (DNB00)

Birth

1941

Biography

entry in Dictionary of National Biography

Michael Solomon Alexander is a distinguished scholar whose work focuses on Old English literature.

His translation of Beowulf is widely recognized as one of the most accessible and respected versions.

Throughout his career, he has published a total of 11 works dedicated to the study of medieval poetry.

His research specializes in the period of English literature between the years 450 and 1100.

He is a key figure in the Dictionary of National Biography for his contribution to the analysis of classical texts.