Beowulf, retold by Penelope Hicks. New York: Kingfisher Epics. Summary: An illustrated retelling of the classic Saxon legend about an evil beast, Grendel, that slays the villagers of King Hrothgar’s land. No man has survived an attempt to fight off Grendel until Beowulf travels to conquer it.
Additional Comments: Beowulf epitomizes all of traditionally heroic qualities: virtue, honor, bravery, strength. The Kingfisher retelling is illustrated with black and white drawings that complement this gory tale from the Dark Ages.
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