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Episode 8

After the death of King Hygelac, Beowulf rules
the land of the Geats wisely for fifty winters. Then, a dragon awakes.

Produced in Salford by Susan Roberts.
Radio Drama North.

15 minutes

Last on

Thu 12 Mar 2015 00:30

Credits

Role Contributor
Reader Seamus Heaney
Producer Susan Roberts
Author Seamus Heaney

Broadcasts

  • Wed 12 Sep 2012 14:45
  • Wed 9 Oct 2013 09:45
  • Thu 10 Oct 2013 00:30
  • Wed 11 Mar 2015 14:30
  • Thu 12 Mar 2015 00:30

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