EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 44 MIN
S11 E2: J.R.R. Tolkien - On Translating Beowulf
from Unlimited Opinions - Philosophy, Theology, Linguistics, & More · host Mark & Adam Bishop
Why should we care about poetry? Are we just too stupid to really understand it? Find out as we discuss Tolkien's thoughts on how to properly translate an Old English poem into prose, and the many errors that a translator can fall into in the process.Follow us on X! Give us your opinions here!
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