Beowulf by Francis Barton Gummere
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"Beowulf" by Anonymous, translated by Francis Barton Gummere is an epic poem likely written in the early medieval period. This foundational work of English literature tells the story of a young warrior named Beowulf who embarks on a quest to assist Hrothgar, the king of the Danes, in defeating a menacing monster named Grendel. The poem explores themes of heroism, loyalty, and the struggle against evil. The opening of "Beowulf" introduces the
reader to the historical setting of the Danish kingdom, focusing on the troubles that have befallen Hrothgar due to the relentless attacks of Grendel. Here, we find Hrothgar's magnificent hall, Heorot, filled with his warriors and the joyous sounds of their feasting, contrasted sharply by the lurking threat of Grendel. As the narrative unfolds, we learn that Beowulf, a mighty warrior from Geatland, has heard of Hrothgar's plight and decides to travel across the sea with a group of compatriots to confront Grendel. This opening sets the stage for the epic battles and the exploration of what it means to be a true hero in a world fraught with danger and darkness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Translator | Gummere, Francis Barton, 1855-1919 |
|---|---|
| Title | Beowulf |
| Credits | Produced by Robin Katsuya-Corbet, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Epic poetry, English (Old) |
| Subject | Monsters -- Poetry |
| Subject | Dragons -- Poetry |
| Subject | Scandinavia -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 981 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-00981-0 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 1997 |
| Last Update | Jun 16, 2026 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 3549 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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