Beowulf
By Anonymous Translated by Francis Barton Gummere
Length2h 24m
About this audiobook
"Beowulf" is an English translation by Francis Barton Gummere of a classic Old English long-form poem. The story revolves around a Scandinavian hero named Beowulf, who helps the king of the Geats, Hrothgar, by defeating a monster named Grendel who's been terrorizing the kingdom. The plot thickens as Beowulf also slays Grendel's mother and later becomes the king of the Geats. The final part of the story showcases Beowulf's bravery, highlighting his last fight against a deadly dragon. The book captures themes of heroism, friendship, and loyalty and is a perfect example of early medieval warrior culture.
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Rating★★★★ 3.5 (4)
GenreLiterary Classics
Length2 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 12, 2005
LanguageEnglish
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