Beowulf is determined to become a hero by slaying the evil beast, Grendel. The monster has been terrorising the chieftain, Rothgar, by killing his men every night - and leaving behind nothing but blood. Can Beowulf defeat Grendel, and bring peace to the land?

Part of a collection of fun-filled, dynamic and dramatic stories, tales that every aspiring boy-adventurer wants to read.

About the Author
Tony Bradman writes for children of all ages and reviews children's books for the Daily Telegraph. He is particularly known for his best-selling Dilly the Dinosaur series (Egmont). For Orchard he has written two Red Apples, Aftershock and Hurricane, as well as The Orchard Book of Swords, Sorcerers and Superheroes. He lives in Kent.

Reviews
the perfect retelling * School Librarian *
The perfect re-telling * School Librarian *



Book Information
ISBN 9781408305744
Author Tony Bradman
Format Paperback
Page Count 48
Imprint Orchard Books
Publisher Hachette Children's Group
Weight(grams) 52g
Dimensions(mm) 197mm * 130mm * 5mm