Beowulf

Experience the grandeur of the Old English epic poem Beowulf, performed by Icelandic poet Svanur Thorkelsson in its original Saxon dialect. This Audible production revives the tradition of bards reciting the poem in Anglo Saxon dining halls, showcasing its heroic style and monumental scale. Celebrated as a cornerstone of English literature for over 1,000 years, Beowulf has profoundly influenced various literary works, including modern classics like Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones.