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Everyman

admin12 — Sat, 26 May 2012 12:01:57 +0000

The identity of its author may have been lost but this medieval morality play endures with its dramatic examination of the Christian concept of salvation and the struggle between good and evil. Other plays in this collection of allegorical middle ages drama include The Deluge and The Coventry Nativity Play.

The Dhammapada

admin12 — Sat, 26 May 2012 10:39:08 +0000

The foundation scripture of Buddhism, The Dhammapada brings together the teachings of Buddha arranged in 423 verses.

Beowulf

admin12 — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 15:22:26 +0000

A legendary tale of valor and heroism, this epic Anglo-Saxon poem – presented here in its original Old English form – follows the adventures of the heroic Beowulf as he fights the monstrous Grendel and defeats a rampaging dragon.

The Dhammapada

admin12 — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:33:48 +0000

The foundation scripture of Buddhism, The Dhammapada brings together the teachings of Buddha arranged in 423 verses.

The Saga of the Volsungs

admin12 — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:22:20 +0000

Based on Viking mythology, this 13th century Icelandic saga recounts the epic and dramatic adventures of the heroic Sigurd and went on to be an important influence on Wagner’s Ring cycle and J.R.R. Tolkien.

The Song of Roland

admin12 — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 12:57:29 +0000

One of the landmark works of the Middle Ages, The Song of Roland is a classic tale of vengeance, war and chivalry that provides a vivid glimpse of medieval thinking during the time of the Crusades.

Tales from the Arabian Nights

admin12 — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:33:05 +0000

A fabulous collection of Arabian folk tales from Aladdin and his magical lamp to the epic adventures of Sinbad the Sailor.

Bhagavad Gita

admin12 — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 21:12:01 +0000

A scared Hindu text where the basic concepts of Hindu theology are explained through a conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjuna.

Njal’s Saga

admin12 — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 18:18:05 +0000

This action-packed Viking epic is the most of famous of all Icelandic sagas, and a compelling tale of power struggles, passion and revenge.

Beowulf

admin12 — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:31:45 +0000

With its unknown author, Beowulf is the greatest piece of Old English literature. This verse translation of the 8th century epic poem tells the story of the hero Beowulf as he battles the monster Grendel, Grendel’s avenging mother and a dragon.