description: Beowulf is an epic poem that tells the story of a legendary hero named Beowulf. The poem was originally written in Old English and has been translated into modern English by many scholars, including Francis B. Gummere. Gummere's translation is considered one of the most popular and widely read translations of the poem.The story of Beowulf takes place in Scandinavia during the 6th century. Beowulf, a warrior from Geatland, comes to the aid of the Danish king Hrothgar, whose mead hall has been attacked by a monster named Grendel. Beowulf defeats Grendel and his mother, and later in life, he battles a dragon and dies a heroic death.The poem is known for its themes of heroism, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil. It also contains elements of pagan mythology and Christian symbolism. The language of the poem is rich and poetic, with alliteration and kennings (poetic metaphors) used throughout.Gummere's translation of Beowulf is praised for its accuracy and readability. He maintains the poetic language of the original while making it accessible to modern readers. The book also includes an introduction that provides historical and literary context for the poem. Overall, Beowulf by Gummere is a classic work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.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.
language: English
title: Beowulf
titlecomplete: Beowulf
characters: Breca, Grendel, Onela, Unferth, Wiglaf, Wealhtheow, Beowulf, Hrothgar
genres: High School, Mythology, Read For School, Fantasy, School, Literature, Poetry, Classics, Medieval, Fiction
ratings_count: 295720
places: Denmark, Geatland, Sweden
publisher: Kessinger Publishing