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Monster Slayer: A Beowulf Tale

Name: Monster Slayer: A Beowulf Tale
ISBN: 9781781129326

By Brian Patten

Beowulf faces Grendel—but what awakens in the darkness may be worse.

gripping · atmospheric · gory · accessible

Genres

Classics Adventure Horror/Spooky

What is Monster Slayer: A Beowulf Tale about?

In a great hall, music and singing disturb Grendel, a terrifying monster from the swamp. Night after night, he attacks the people, and every warrior who faces him is defeated. Then Beowulf arrives, determined to end the terror. But killing Grendel is only the beginning: an even more dangerous enemy is waiting in the darkness. This vivid retelling of the ancient Beowulf legend follows one hero’s battle against monsters, fear and the unknown.

About the author

Brian Patten is a much-loved British poet and author. He uses humour and imagination to make his poems and stories fun for everyone. Brian is well-known for his book 'Gargling with Jelly', which is full of playful poems enjoyed by children. His writing encourages readers to explore the world with curiosity and creativity.

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2023

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