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Beowulf prepares for battle

EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 4 MIN

Beowulf prepares for battle

from The Daily Poem · host Sean Johnson

Today’s poem is a selection from the Old English, Beowulf, translated by R. M. Liuzza. In these lines, Beowulf prepares for a harrowing showdown with Grendel’s mother, and the cold, clear beauty of the lines almost makes you wish you were there. Happy reading. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribe

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