Listen! A monster tale, literary classic, and enigmatic treasure of English history, Beowulf continues to grab our attention. Drawing us back into the dark mists of Northern Europe it shows a world of fell beasts, of warring clans, and of seafaring heroes this anonymous poem captivated the greatest literary minds of the 20th century, including Seamus Heaney and J.R.R. Tolkien.
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Beowulf: Narona Study Text
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