Publisher's Synopsis
Beowulf: An Anglo Saxon Poem And The Fight At Finnsburg is a book that contains two epic poems from the Anglo-Saxon period. The first poem, Beowulf, is a classic tale of heroism and adventure that follows the exploits of the warrior Beowulf as he battles monsters and defends his people. The second poem, The Fight at Finnsburg, is a shorter work that tells the story of a battle between two rival clans. The book is edited and translated by James M. Garnett, who provides an introduction that places the poems in their historical and literary context. The translation is faithful to the original language of the poems, but also accessible to modern readers. The book also includes notes and glossaries that explain the meaning of difficult words and phrases, as well as provide background information on the historical and cultural context of the poems. Overall, Beowulf: An Anglo Saxon Poem And The Fight At Finnsburg is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literature and history of the Anglo-Saxon period, as well as those who enjoy epic poetry and tales of heroism and adventure.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1896 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
