Beowulf

Beowulf is an Old English epic poem in Francis Barton Gummere's verse translation, following the Geatish hero Beowulf as he sails to aid King Hrothgar, whose great hall Heorot is attacked by the monster Grendel.

Public domain in the US. From Project Gutenberg.

Topic

Historical and Classical Fiction›Myths, legends, and ancient epics›Knights, epics, and romances of medieval Europe›Beowulf, the Nibelungs, and Germanic heroes

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Adults›Historical and Classical Fiction›Myths, legends, and ancient epics›Knights, epics, and romances of medieval Europe