No. of pages 64
Published: 1999
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"Beowulf and the Monster" by Brian Patten reimagines the classic Anglo-Saxon epic in a vibrant and accessible way for modern readers. The story follows Beowulf, a courageous warrior who hears of the terror inflicted on the kingdom of Hrothgar by Grendel, a monstrous creature. Determined to rid the land of this fearsome foe, Beowulf embarks on a heroic quest, showcasing bravery and strength. As he confronts Grendel and faces further challenges, themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil unfold. This retelling captures the essence of the original tale while introducing it to new generations. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Every Story, Everystory .
There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published in 1999 by Scholastic .
Paul Stewart is the very funny, very talented author of more than fifteen books for children, including The Edge Chronicles, a collaboration with Chris Riddell. Brian Patten was born in Liverpool. His poetry for adults has been translated into many languages, and his collections include Collected Love Poems, Armada, and, from Penguin,
This book contains the following story:
Beowulf
For 12 years, an ogre named Grendel has menaced King Hrothgar, raiding his mead-hall and killing his men. Beowulf, a young warrior from neighbouring Geatland, comes to the king's aid, bringing with him 14 of his men. Beowulf and the Geats bed down in the mead-hall to wait for Grendel and in the ensuing battle, the monster is mortally wounded. The following day Grendel's mother comes to avenge her son, but Beowulf persues and kills her.
