Graphic Myths and Legends: Beowulf: Monster Slayer: a British Legend (Graphic Universe) (Library Binding)

~ (Author), (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Perhaps in anticipation of the forthcoming film, here is yet another Beowulf, this one packaged as a graphic novel in the Graphic Myths & Legends series. Jumping through the story at a rapid clip, the clean, vivid panels capture the high drama, whether in depictions of the brave, stern hero or the well-fanged monsters he bests. The abbreviated text nods to the original's style and tone, although readers new to the tale may have trouble with the myriad difficult-to-pronounce names, included even for minor characters. Still, this remains an easily digestible introduction to one of the earliest ogre-and-dragon tales. Chipman, Ian

Product Description

Is Beowulf strong enough to slay the monstrous Grendel, a vicious monster who attacks the Danes by night? --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Graphic Universe (September 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0822567571
• ISBN-13: 978-0822567578
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,582,447 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My Son Loved It!, November 2, 2008

By	M. Sarrao (New Mexico, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Beowulf: Monster Slayer (A British Legend) (Graphic Universe) (Paperback)

This is a very nice comic book (graphic novel) version of the Beowulf story. My 10-year-old son LOVED it. He is normally a reluctant reader, but he read this in less than a day! This is a perfect book for reluctant readers who enjoy the fantasy genre.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved by All!, August 18, 2009

By	Jessica Hazlewood (Northern California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Beowulf: Monster Slayer (A British Legend) (Graphic Universe) (Paperback)

Recommended by an English professor, I ordered this comic book version of Beowulf to supplement my reading of the original. Not a comic book reader, I was greatly impressed by the compressed version of the Beowulf tale this book presents, and would recommend it for anyone wanting to introduce themselves, or their children to this classic adventure tale. My son (6) promptly stole this off my desk, and reluctantly returns it to me, only to steal it again the next day. I would also like to add that the end of this book includes excellent source information, and additional suggestions if you (or your children) are interested in finding out more about this tale and time period.

I've ordered some others in this series and hope they will be as good!