The Deeds Of Beowulf: An English Epic Of The Eighth Century Done Into Modern Prose
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The Deeds of Beowulf is a modern prose adaptation of the eighth-century English epic poem. The book follows the heroic deeds of Beowulf, a legendary warrior who battles monsters and dragons to protect his people. The story is set in Scandinavia and follows Beowulf as he travels to the land of the Danes to defeat the monster Grendel, who has been terrorizing the people there. Beowulf is hailed as a hero and is rewarded with treasure and fame. However, his battles are not over, and he must also face the wrath of Grendel's mother and a fierce dragon. The book is translated by John Earle and presents the story in a modern prose format, making it accessible to a wider audience. The Deeds of Beowulf is a classic tale of heroism and bravery that has inspired generations of readers and writers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1162930071
ISBN13:9781162930077
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:304 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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