by Anónimo · Belacqua Ediciones S.L. · tapa dura · ISBN 9788496694811
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«Beowulf» is the anonymous medieval epic poem, published by Belacqua Ediciones in hardback (96 pages, in Spanish).
The poem narrates the deeds of Beowulf, son of the king of the Jutes, who from a young age shows courage and heroism. Called to the Danish court, he faces Grendel, a monster that sows terror among the bravest warriors of the kingdom. Fantastic beings, wizards and battles against legendary creatures articulate this epic tale.
Originally composed in Old English, it is considered the oldest epic poem of medieval European literature; the only surviving manuscript dates from the 9th or 10th century. Translation by Armando Roa Vial.
Aimed at young readers and at those new to medieval epic; it will also appeal to fantasy enthusiasts.
