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A translation of the poem that preserves both the story line of the poem and the alliterative versification of the Anglo-Saxon original.

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A stunning accomplishment, Ruth P. M. Lehmann’s Beowulf . . . consistently impressive and reliable, an authentic voicing of traditional verse animated by the vigor of Lehmann’s word choice, energized by her deeply felt awareness of linguistic/rhythmic realities, and graced by frequently lovely and haunting turns of phrase. . . . Highly recommended . . . * Choice *

Table of Contents
  • Introduction
  • 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
  • Notes
  • Appendix: The Finnsburg Fragment
  • Annotated Index of Proper Names
  • Genealogies of the Royal Families

Beowulf

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    A Paperback / softback by Ruth P.M. Lehmann

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      Publisher: University of Texas Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/11/1988
      ISBN13: 9780292707719, 978-0292707719
      ISBN10: 0292707711

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      A translation of the poem that preserves both the story line of the poem and the alliterative versification of the Anglo-Saxon original.

      Trade Review
      A stunning accomplishment, Ruth P. M. Lehmann’s Beowulf . . . consistently impressive and reliable, an authentic voicing of traditional verse animated by the vigor of Lehmann’s word choice, energized by her deeply felt awareness of linguistic/rhythmic realities, and graced by frequently lovely and haunting turns of phrase. . . . Highly recommended . . . * Choice *

      Table of Contents
      • Introduction
      • 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
      • Notes
      • Appendix: The Finnsburg Fragment
      • Annotated Index of Proper Names
      • Genealogies of the Royal Families

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