The Condemnation of Heroism in the Tragedy of Beowulf

The Condemnation of Heroism in the Tragedy of Beowulf A Study in the Characterization of the Epic - Studies in Epic and Romance Literature

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Publisher's Synopsis

This study in the characterization of the epic poem interprets "Beowulf" as a disconfirmation of the heroic type. It argues that the poem is the vehicle of a strong anti-militaristic, anti-heroic, pacifist wisdom that is the essence of epic literature.

Book information

ISBN: 9780889461109
Publisher: E. Mellen Press
Imprint: E. Mellen Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 829.3
DEWEY edition: 19
Language: English
Number of pages: 215
Weight: 544g
Height: 240mm
Width: 165mm
Spine width: 25mm