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100	1		_aGummere, Francis Barton, _d1855-1919
245	1	0	_aBeowulf
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1997
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 1997-07-01
508			_aProduced by Robin Katsuya-Corbet, and David Widger
520			_a"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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEpic poetry, English (Old)
653			_aMonsters -- Poetry
653			_aDragons -- Poetry
653			_aScandinavia -- Poetry
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/981
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