The Anglo-Saxon saga retold in excellent English prose, with heroic qualities emphasized. The book tells the story of how Beowulf, the hero of the Anglo-Saxons, came to Daneland and how he overcame Grendel, the ogre, and the waterwitch. You'll also find out how the fire dragon warred with the Goth folks and how Beowulf fought his last fight.

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