Beowulf

If you ever thought that the legend of Beowulf was too hard to read and enjoy, this version of the famous story is for you. Welwyn Wilton Katz has made this tale available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and other languages, but now only English and this particular Portuguese (for North American readers) are available. Stunningly designed with thickly bound pages and jacket flaps, this full color illustrated version of the Beowulf story is meant to allow children from nine and up to read and experience the mighty exploits in the tale of Beowulf, the most ancient legend ever translated from the Old English. It is all here, from swimming against monsters, the terrible battles with the troll-like Grendel and his magically protected mother, and finally, King Beowulf's incredible fight with the dragon that has been destroying his country. His young kinsman Wiglaf has a magical gift that allows him to live through Beowulf's life without changing his age from 13. It is through his eyes and heart that Beowulf's story is experienced, with great drama and powerful emotion that the reader is bound to share.