Heaney, Seamus

Beowulf: A New Translation

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ISBN 13:
9780571203765
author:
Heaney, Seamus
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Faber & Faber
language:
English
Publication Year:
2000
Pages:
112
Dimensions:
19.6 x 13 x 1.2 centimetres (0.2
Genre:
Works by individual poets: classical, early & medieval
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£11.95

Description

Seamus Heaney's translation of Beowulf is a faithful rendering of the Anglo-Saxon poem, composed towards the end of the first millennium. This epic poem is a cornerstone of European literature, and Heaney's work is true to the original line by line.

Translated with precision and care, this edition brings the poem's rich language and themes to life. a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the origins of English literature, Beowulf offers a unique glimpse into the culture and values of the Anglo-Saxon people.

With 106 pages of poetry, this paperback edition is a compact and accessible introduction to this important work of literature.

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