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Beowulf - An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem - Unabridged - cover
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Beowulf - An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem - Unabridged

Frances Gummere (Translator)

Narrator Kevin Theis

Publisher: SoundCraft Audiobooks

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Summary

"Beowulf", a sprawling, fantastical tale of bravery, heroism, and Anglo-Saxon heraldry, is the most celebrated epic poem in the English language.  The story of the great Geatish fighter Beowulf, who comes to the aid of the beleagued Hrothgar and his men, this poem relates three epic battles: Beowulf's fight with the monster Grendel, his face-off with Grendel's vengeful mother and, after serving as King for 50 years, Beowulf's fateful clash with a fire-breathing dragon.  Francis B. Gummere's translation of this ancient text has been hailed for over a century and is here brought back to life with a summary of the poem by the English scholar Dr. J.L. Hall.
Duration: about 4 hours (03:35:38)
Publishing date: 2022-04-29; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —