A review by cerandor
Beowulf by

adventurous dark inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

A rollicking translation of the classic Old English poem, this starts with a “Bro!” and continues with gusto. A few lines scan awkwardly, but only a few out of more than three thousand is no mean feat.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Violence

Yes, the violence is described in loving, anatomical detail, but it’s very much true to the heroic theme of the poem. It shouldn’t be a problem for most.