This heroic Old English poem is set on the North Sea coasts of the fifth and sixth centuries. Against a background of feast and feud, its hero defeats the monster Grendel, but dies defending his people against a dragon. This translation has been revised to take account of new readings and interpretations.
Author Michael Alexander Published by Penguin Classics ISBN 9780140449310 EAN 9780140449310 Bic Code Cover Paperback
