The Modern Library presents unique translations in Medieval Epics, and in The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy, a wonderful history.
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Sep 08, 2011
Erik
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Although the readings of my earliest years were substantially directed by family, friends and primary school teachers, most of my reading since beginning secondary school has been on my own. This is not to fault some of the excellent assignments made by professors. It is to say that it is generally more rewarding to follow one's own evolving interests. Many is the book I've read under coercion which left me with very little.
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May 15, 2008
Penny
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Confession: I only read Beowulf and a little bit of The Cid.
Loved Beowulf! I'm sure I only scratched the surface of understanding it as a work of literature, but it's a great story even if you read superficially.
As for The Cid, the translator's introduction was interesting, as it gave the true history behind the legend and poem, but I had a hard time sticking with reading the poem. I may have to cheat on this one and look for the movie.
Loved Beowulf! I'm sure I only scratched the surface of understanding it as a work of literature, but it's a great story even if you read superficially.
As for The Cid, the translator's introduction was interesting, as it gave the true history behind the legend and poem, but I had a hard time sticking with reading the poem. I may have to cheat on this one and look for the movie.
Nov 28, 2009
reading the Nibelungenlied Germanic saga...not sure whether I'll finish it, but it looked interesting
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