Thursday, January 26, 2012

Beowulf - Author Unknown (Translated by Seamus Heaney)

Title:
Beowulf
Author:
Unknown (Translated by Seamus Heaney)
Year:
Between 700 and 1000
Country:
England
Themes:
The heroism that individuals can possess
The sacrifice necessary to destroy rivals of equal power
The dedication that a king owes his people
Synopsis:
The story of a Nordic hero who battles evil, becomes king, and achieves immortal greatness.

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