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Download a PDF of the 1893 translation of Beowulf by John L. Hall, a professor of English and history. The translation follows the Heyne-Socin text and glossary, and aims to please both Anglo-Saxon scholars and students of English literature.
Beowulf: An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem 8/8/13 3:21 PM http://www.gutenberg.org/files/16328/16328-h/16328-h.htm Page 9 of 134 devoured, while no one is found strong enough and bold enough to cope with the monster. For twelve years he persecutes Hrothgar and his vassals. Over sea, a day’s voyage off, Beowulf, of the Geats, nephew of
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Read the epic poem Beowulf in modern English translation by Francis B. Gummere. The poem tells the story of the hero Beowulf and his battles with monsters and dragons in ancient Scandinavia.
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Over those troubles Halfdane’s son Brooded endlessly, the wise hero Mired in woe; too heavy the load, Leaden, long, lay on the people, Nerve-wracking, nauseous, night-evil. Among the Geats, a thane to Hygelac, Good Beowulf, heard of this Grendel.
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Oct 12, 2003 · The only national [Anglo-Saxon] epic which has been preserved entire is Beówulf. Its argument is briefly as follows:—The poem opens with a few verses in praise of the Danish Kings, especially Scild, the son of Sceaf. His death is related, and his descendants briefly traced down to Hroðgar.
