Beowulf. Roland's Song. Song of the Cid. The Quest of Igal (Exquisite): World Hero Epic Translation Series

Author: Anonymous
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Publish Date: 1999-06-01
Features: Epic poems with ancient cultural significance can encompass a variety of themes, such as mythology, legends, religion, history, philosophy, ethics, and even animal stories, among others. However, what is most captivating in all epics is undoubtedly the heroic epics that celebrate the glorious achievements of their noble ancestors. This book collects four great epics from England, France, Spain, and Russia. The era of the heroes in these epics is long gone, but the allegories of their quests for exploration and discovery, conquest and defense, and their arduous journeys home still resonate deeply. The exchange and integration of world cultures call for a rethinking and rediscovery of national culture and identity; academic research in the humanities and social sciences requires further excavation of new veins in the treasure troves of ancient cultures; and Chinese readers, in particular, hope to enjoy the noble masculine spirit and the heroism of fearlessness in translations that stay close to the original texts, gaining both pleasure and inspiration. Therefore, we have compiled and published this series of "Translated Epic Poems of the World Heroes." This book includes four great epics: "Beowulf" from England, "The Song of Roland" from France, "The Song of the Cid" from Spain, and "The Campaign of Igor" from Russia.