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Grendel

Pages
144
Published
1974
Language
English

Synopsis

This is the story of Grendel, the monster from the epic poem Beowulf, told from his perspective. He recounts his experiences learning about the human world and the devastating war that defined his existence. Hailed as a masterpiece, this novel offers a unique and powerful look at a legendary conflict.

About the author

J
John Gardner

John Champlin Gardner Jr. was an American novelist, essayist, literary critic, and university professor. He is best known for his 1971 novel Grendel, a retelling of the Beowulf myth from the monster's point of view.

Characters

GrendelProtagonist
All characters in Grendel