British poet and translator Kevin Crossley-Holland has introduced many readers to the myths, legends, and folktales of the Anglo-Saxon tradition--particularly from his native East Anglia, England--through his lucid translations and retellings. The characters and messages in these retellings are timeless, and their stories convey subtle truths about life that are as pertinent today as they were when these tales were originally told. Crossley-Holland has been repeatedly praised by critics and readers alike for his ability to bring these ancient stories sharply into the present, while preserving their mystery, richness, and texture. "All of Crossley-Holland's best work combines his storytelling skills with his mastery of the poetic elements of language," noted a St. James Guide to Young Adult Writers essayist. Citing The Dead Moon and Other Tales from East Anglia and the Fen Country and Beowulf as among the author's finest works, the essayist concluded that, "Combining these skills...