Beowulf
A New Translation
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Narrated by:
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Seamus Heaney
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By:
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Seamus Heaney
About this listen
Seamus Heaney’s new translation of Beowulf is a work that is both true to the original poem and an expression of something fundamental to Heaney’s own creative gift.
One of the great classics of English literature, it tells the story of a hero who wins glory and learns wisdom and is then called upon to face a final test against the monstrous.
There are obvious parallels to be found in the history of the 20th century, and Heaney’s Beowulf cannot fail to be read partly in the light of his Northern Irish upbringing. But it also transcends such considerations, revealing psychological and spiritual truths that are both permanent and liberating.
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- Anonymous User
- 26-11-2022
A true translation
There’s more to translating a work of literature than just recounting what was said. It is the beauty of Seamus Heaney’s language that sets this apart. I can just imagine the mead hall at night and the bearded warriors gathered around to listen to the saga
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- Lee
- 07-11-2024
Heaney’s reading is great
Beowulf is a great text. Heaney’s translation is enjoyable. His reading is excellent. I believe the episode with Unferth has been omitted in this audio version, but it could be argued that this wasn’t necessarily a terrible idea.
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