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The Tale of Beowulf: Epic Stories, Ancient Traditions (The World's Greatest Myths and Legends)

The Tale of Beowulf: Epic Stories, Ancient Traditions (The World's Greatest Myths and Legends)

J.K. Jackson (Editor), Dr. Victoria Symons (Editor)
$9.99 $7.95
Publication Date: November 22nd, 2022
Publisher:
Flame Tree 451
ISBN:
9781839649929
Pages:
256
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Description

A foundation stone of European literature, linking Norse, Celtic and Arthurian myth Beowulf is also a terrific read!

Beowulf is an epic poem probably written in the 900s CE. It tells of events 600 years before in vivid detail, where the hero Beowulf is entreated to help a king defend his halls against the monster Grendel. The poem was written in old English, about a hero of the Goths (the early Swedish people) who came to help the King of the Danes. Its vivid accounts bear some historical evidence, and served to influence heroic literature of Europe and the modern era.

FLAME TREE 451: From myth to mystery, the supernatural to horror, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

About the Author

Jake Jackson has written, edited and contributed to over 20 books on mythology and folklore. Related works include studies of Babylonian creation myths, the philosophy of time and William Blake's use of mythology in his visionary literature.