Title: Beowulf : an imitative translation /
Authors: Lehmann, Ruth P. M. 1912-2000,
Publisher: University of Texas Press,
Year: 1988
Subjects: Beowulf, Poetry.; Grendel Poetry.; Epic poetry, English (Old) Translations into English.; Heroes Poetry.; Monsters Poetry; Dragons Poetry; Scandinavia Poetry.
Abstract: A modern translation of the Anglo-Saxon poem, attempts to portray the alliteration and rhythm of the original.
Contents: The poem -- The dane's story : scyldings shelter scyld -- Grendel's coming : danes, danger, daring -- A grieving mother's vengeance : monster - mother of the mere -- The last victory : the dragon and death.