Audiobook Tolkien Myths and Legends Box Set: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrún, The Fall of Arthur, Beowulf by J. R. R. Tolkien in the ListenBook app
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Book description
The new Tolkien Myths and Legends box set is a treasure trove for anyone who loves epic poetry, folklore, and the masterful hand of J.R.R. Tolkien. Inside the beautifully bound volume are four works that showcase his deep engagement with medieval literature: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrún, The Fall of Arthur, and Beowulf-each accompanied by insightful commentary from Christopher Tolkien.
What makes this set special is how it lets us hear Tolkien not only as a novelist but also as a scholar. In Sir Gawain, the translator's footnotes illuminate the poem's alliterative rhythm while weaving in his own reflections on chivalry and faith. The book of Norse legend, The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrún, feels like an adventure pulled straight from the Poetic Edda, with Tolkien's notes bridging the ancient myth to modern readers. The Fall of Arthur is a rare glimpse into Tolkien's fascination with Arthurian lore; the poem's meter echoes his own work in The Silmarillion, hinting at subtle connections that delight fans and scholars alike.
Perhaps the most striking inclusion is Tolkien's 1926 translation of Beowulf. The edition pairs the text with the author's lecture notes, offering a window into how he interpreted the hero's world. Reading the lines as if standing beside Beowulf in Heorot, you can almost feel the weight of the mail-shirts and hear Grendel's claws scrape the floor.
The box set's design is elegant-double-sided dust jackets give it a museum-quality look that makes it perfect for display. Christopher Tolkien's editorial work ties everything together, presenting his father's scholarship with clarity and reverence. Whether you're a seasoned Tolkien scholar or simply curious about medieval myth, this collection invites you to experience the ancient stories through the eyes of one of the twentieth century's greatest literary minds.
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