“I’ve never known fear; as a youth I fought/ In endless battles. I am old, now,/ But I will fight again, seek fame still,/ If the dragon hiding in his tower dares/ To face me”
Quote by Burton Raffel
Work
Beowulf: A New Translation with an Introduction
The volume includes a new translation of the Old English poem 'Beowulf,' offering readers a contemporary rendering of the ancient text. It is accompanied by an introduction that delves into the historical and cultural background of the poem, offering insights into its composition and significance. The book aims to make the epic more accessible to modern readers while maintaining the integrity of the original work. more
Author
Burton Raffel
Burton Raffel was an accomplished translator renowned for his translations of Eastern literary works. Born in 1928 and passing away on September 30, 2015, Raffel's translations spanned from classical to modern literature, earning him high acclaim in both academic and literary circles. more
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