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Chapter Book · 1971
Grendel
By John Gardner
A monster reveals his side of the epic battle against humans.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 43,296 ratings
174 pages· 38,286 words
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Bookroo's summary
Grendel, the infamous monster from the epic Beowulf, shares his perspective in a gripping retelling. As he grapples with understanding humans, he becomes embroiled in a war that challenges his very existence. What drives this creature, and can he find his place in a world that fears him? Discover the untold story behind the legend in this provocative and frequently banned novel.
From the publisher
The first and most terrifying monster in English literature, from the great early epic Beowulf, tells his own side of the story in this frequently banned book. This classic and much lauded retelling of Beowulf follows the monster Grendel as he learns about humans and fights the war at the center of the Anglo Saxon classic epic. This is the book William Gass called one of the finest of our contemporary fictions.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 174
- Words
- 38,286
- Audience
- Adult
- Lexile
- 860L
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