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BEOWULF IBD

NABU PRESS
04 / 2012
9781248508299
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Sinopsis

'Beowulf,' a cornerstone of Anglo-Saxon literature, stands as one of the most important and influential epic poems in the English language. This edition presents the original text alongside a comprehensive glossary based on the meticulous scholarship of M. Heyne, making it an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike. The poem recounts the heroic deeds of Beowulf, a Geatish warrior, as he battles monsters and defends his people, exploring themes of courage, fate, and the transience of earthly glory. Also included is 'The Fight at Finnsburh: A Fragment,' offering further insight into the world of Anglo-Saxon heroic poetry. Together, these texts provide a rich tapestry of early English literary tradition, offering a glimpse into a world of warriors, kings, and the enduring power of storytelling.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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