Beowulf lives!

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	• Beowulf Welwyn Wilton Katz Groundwood Books, 1999 - 64 pages average customer review:based on 1 review view larger image
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Beowulf lives!

I have long been a fan of Beowulf, as I teach it in my 7th grade classes in conjunction with hero study. I love this version of Beowulf. The author answers some historical questions I have always had about the story. He has done extensive research into other versions of the Beowulf story,(including a favorite of mine by Rosemary Sutcliff.) Katz makes this a "human" and tender tale beneath all the fierce and terrible battles. The reader gets glimpses into motives of many characters - - even Grendel and the Sea Hag. The illustrations are abundant and beautiful. This is definitely worth having in a teacher's collection. It's a must for home collections that appreciate beautiful books.

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Welwyn Wilton Katz recounts this legend from the point of view of Wiglaf, Beowulf's young kinsman who was present at his last battle with the dragon. The retelling creates a new interpretation of the Beowulf legend. Laszlo Gal's powerful paintings bring the various adventures to life.