How Long to Read Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated)

How Long Does it Take to Read Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated)?

It takes the average reader 15 hours and 6 minutes to read Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated) by BEOWULF POET

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A masterpiece of Old English literature, the alliterative epic poem ‘Beowulf’ was written between the 8th and 11th century and narrates the eponymous hero’s battles against the monster Grendel, Grendel’s avenging mother and finally a terrifying dragon that threatens Beowulf’s homeland. Blending myth with history, ‘Beowulf’ celebrates the endurance of the human spirit in the perilous world of the Dark Ages. The Delphi Poets Series offers readers the works of literature's finest poets, with superior formatting. This volume presents multiple translations, the original Old English text, special Dual Text feature and beautiful illustrations. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to ‘Beowulf’ and the Beowulf Poet’s times * Concise introduction to the epic poem * Images of how the poem was first printed, giving your eReader a taste of the original text * Features Francis Barton Gummere's celebrated translation in imitative metre, widely acknowledged as capturing the alliterative pattern of the original Old English text * Includes Gummere's original footnotes to aid comprehension of difficult phrases and sections * Also features William Morris’ well-regarded translation * A translation and the original text of the contemporary fragment THE ATTACK ON FINNSBURG * Excellent formatting of the poetry texts * Easily locate the sections you want to read * Includes the original Old English text * Provides a special dual modern English and Old English text, allowing readers to compare small sections of five lines each – ideal for students * Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles CONTENTS: The Translations BEOWULF: BRIEF INTRODUCTION FRANCIS BARTON GUMMERE’S TRANSLATION WILLIAM MORRIS’ TRANSLATION The Old English Text THE OLD ENGLISH TEXT The Dual Text CONTENTS OF THE DUAL TEXT Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles

How long is Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated)?

Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated) by BEOWULF POET is 878 pages long, and a total of 226,524 words.

This makes it 296% the length of the average book. It also has 277% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated) Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 20 hours and 37 minutes to read Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated) aloud.

What Reading Level is Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated)?

Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated) is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated)?

Complete Beowulf - Old English Text, Translations and Dual Text (Illustrated) by BEOWULF POET is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

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