Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Anglo-Saxon legend with Jno. Lesslie Hall's masterful translation of "Beowulf: An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem." Journey into the heart of a bygone era, where heroes and monsters clash in a timeless battle of good versus evil. As the epic unfolds, follow the valiant warrior Beowulf on his quest to rid the land of the fearsome monster Grendel. But amidst the bloodshed and glory, a question arises: Will Beowulf emerge victorious, or will he fall prey to the darkness that lurks in the shadows? Experience the power and majesty of Hall's translation as he brings the ancient text to life with vivid imagery and poetic language. Each stanza echoes with the thunder of battle, drawing you deeper into the world of heroic deeds and legendary quests. But beyond the hero's exploits lies a deeper truth: Can one man's courage and strength change the course of fate? Prepare to be enthralled by the timeless tale of Beowulf's valor and sacrifice. Hall's translation captures the essence of the original text, offering readers a glimpse into the soul of a nation forged in the fires of war and conquest. Indulge in the richness of Anglo-Saxon culture and mythology as you journey alongside Beowulf into the heart of danger and adventure. Through Hall's expert translation, you'll discover the enduring power of epic poetry to inspire and captivate audiences across the ages. Are you ready to embark on an epic quest into the realm of heroes and monsters? Join Beowulf on his legendary journey and witness the triumph of the human spirit against impossible odds. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of "Beowulf: An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem." Purchase your copy now and discover why this timeless tale continues to captivate readers around the world. ```

Literary scholar, professor, and poet J. Lesslie Hall is best known for his 1897 translation of the Old English epic poem "Beowulf."

A scholarly verse translation with detailed notes.

The story is set in Scandinavia in the 6th century. Beowulf, a hero of the Geats, comes to the aid of Hrothgar, the king of the Danes, whose mead hall in Heorot has been under attack by a monster known as Grendel. After Beowulf slays him, Grendel's mother attacks the hall and is then also defeated.

A unique parallel edition of Beowulf with the original Anglo-Saxon and Gummere's celebrated poetic translation on facing pages. "The whole thing is sombre, tragic, sinister, curiously real. ... . It is laden with history, leading back into the dark heathen ages beyond the memory of song, but not beyond the reach of imagination" - J. R. R. Tolkien. The epic Anglo-Saxon poem Beowulf had "a deep and detailed impact on what Tolkien wrote - from his earliest poem of Middle-earth (1914), right through The Hobbit ... and The Lord of the Rings." - John Garth author of Tolkien and the Great War. "The story of Beowulf, Grendel, Grendel's mother and the Dragon [is] surely the basic story of all literature ... It is an epic that summons up a world whose trappings have long since disappeared, the trappings of the warrior ethos, and morality of almost prehistoric Germanic times; but the essential 'message' has not changed. It is about courage and resolve, about duty and responsibility, about honour and achievement; but it is also about the transitoriness of things, and the inevitability of death, however glorious the life. It is both a celebration of humanity and an elegy. The poem Beowulf is one of the glories of European literature." - Magnus Magnusson. Beowulf, the greatest work of Anglo-Saxon literature, and "one of the glories of European literature," is set in the mists of Scandinavia, interweaving history and myth. It has been translated into English over seventy times, has been widely studied, and has influenced the popular imagination through Tolkien's Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. The young hero, Beowulf, receiving reports that a monster has been terrorising the neighbouring Danes nightly in their sumptuous mead hall Heorot, sails to their aid with a small band of warriors. The Danish King Hrothgar, amazed at his courage, honours him with a celebratory feast, after the shadowy monster Grendel strikes. Beowulf, a man of suprahuman strength, though unarmed, fatally wounds Grendel, and later defeats his terrifying mother. Beowulf returns to Geatland, becomes King, and ruling with wisdom equalling his courage and strength, establishes peace for fifty years. However, an enterprising slave steals a jewelled cup from a sleeping dragon's hoard, whereupon the enraged dragon emerges spewing flames, killing villagers, and destroying homes. Beowulf, defender of his people, seeks the dragon in its lair; however, once the fire-breathing dragon emerges, he is abandoned by all but the young Wiglaf. The two ultimately slay the dragon, but only at the cost of a mortal injury to Beowulf. Beowulf, who has triumphed gloriously in life and died tragically, is given a funeral equal to any of the heroes of The Iliad or The Aeneid. This dual-language edition will be enjoyable for general readers, and invaluable for students who would like to read Beowulf in either Anglo-Saxon or modern English, while dipping into the other language to deepen pleasure or comprehension. It provides an enjoyable experience of the epic poem Beowulf.

The Anglo-Saxon poem recounting the story of Beowulf's battle with the monster, Grendel, is translated in the style of contemporary verse.