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Pub. Date
[2010]
Description
Explores the truth behind the epic legend of Beowulf, the famous Viking warrior who battled bloodthirsty invaders, barbaric monsters, and a fire-breathing dragon, to emerge as Norse mythology's greatest hero. Features comments from historians and scholars and information about archaeological finds in England, including unearthed burial mounds and anicent carvings, that suggest that the story of Beowulf may be more than just a myth.
5104) Il postino: The postman
Pub. Date
[1995]
Description
The life of the fisherman Mario changes dramatically when the famous Chilean writer Pablo Neruda settles on his little Italian island. Living in exile because of his political beliefs, Neruda needs a postman to deliver the huge quantities of mail sent to him by his admirers and Mario takes the job since he hates fishing anyway. The two become friends and Neruda helps the shy and clumsy Mario to win the heart of Beatrice, the beautiful waitress at...
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