Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the role of pre-Christian elements in the Anglo-Saxon literary tradition, specifically in the epic poem Beowulf. The author demonstrates that despite the apparent Christianization of Beowulf, many of its characters and events stem from the myths and legends of the Germanic peoples before their conversion to Christianity. The book analyzes the pagan influences in Beowulf through the examination of deities, customs, and beliefs that appear in the poem. The author shows how these elements coexist with Christian elements, reflecting a transitional period in Anglo-Saxon culture. This juxtaposition provides insights into the cultural and religious beliefs of the Anglo-Saxons and offers a deeper understanding of the poem itself. By exploring the intricate blend of pagan and Christian influences in Beowulf, this book sheds light on the complex religious landscape of Anglo-Saxon England, highlighting the survival and adaptability of pre-Christian traditions in a new religious context. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780267917020_0

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