"Beowulf"

by Julian Glover (Author), Sheila Mackie (Author)

Synopsis

The poem Beowulf is one of the glories of European literature. It was composed in Anglo-Saxon verse early in the eighth century, probably in the Northumbria of the Venerable Bede and the Lindisfarne Gospels. This text draws on the work of several of the foremost translators, in particular Michael Alexander's widely read Penguin Classic text.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 144
Edition: New Ed
Publisher: The History Press Ltd
Published: 29 Sep 2005

ISBN 10: 0750943114
ISBN 13: 9780750943116

Author Bio
JULIAN GLOVER is one of our leading actors, who is well-known for his numerous film roles as well as his work with the National, RSC, Old Vic, as well as on TV and radio. He lives in London. SHEILA MACKIE was educated at Durham High School and King Edward VII School of Art at Durham University. A painter in oils, she was taught by Robin Darwin, Roger De Grey and Lawrence Gowing, and has exhibited at the Royal Academy and the Scottish Royal Academy. She lives in Co. Durham. MAGNUS MAGNUSSON is a well-known author, broadcaster and translator from Iceland. He lives with his family in Scotland.