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A Companion to Beowulf (Hardcover)
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A Companion to Beowulf (Hardcover)
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Overviews the background, plot, themes, and language of Beowulf
Perhaps the most important work written in Old English, Beowulf
tells of a world very different from our own. While the history and
culture behind the poem make it challenging for modern audiences,
its story of war, violence, and heroism remains relevant to today's
readers. Though largely neglected until the 20th century, Beowulf
is now widely studied by school students and undergraduates. In
addition, it continues to shape contemporary popular culture. This
companion overviews the poem and its legacy. The first part of the
book provides information of interest to a wide range of readers,
while the second covers more specialized topics. Thus the initial
chapters review the merits of different translations and offer a
detailed plot summary, while later chapters discuss the poem's
language and style, its treatment of religion, its relation to
Anglo-Saxon culture, and its legacy in popular culture. One of the
greatest Beowulf scholars was J.R.R. Tolkien, and the book gives
special attention to his use of the poem in his own fiction.
valuable guide to one of the most challenging yet enduring works of
English literature.; Accessible to school students and general
readers; Provides a detailed plot summary; Discusses the poem's
background, style, and language; Discusses the poem's lasting
influence on contemporary popular culture, including its influence
on Tolkien
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