Are you a student especially who is already in college and the Beowulf poem is a part of your English literature class? If your answer is “Yes” then you may want to read this book by Tony Chatterton. This book is written in an abridged version of the original epic poem which is a lot easier to understand.
Specifically, this abridged version is based on the two most recognized translations of the “Nowell Codex” manuscript. On this original manuscript of the Beowulf poem, there are a total of 3,000 lines that you have to read. Whereas, on this abridged version, you only get to read 1,775 lines which is great.
What’s really good about this book is that, it is intended for classroom activities. It actually contains detailed guide about every characters of the poem so as the history, summary and a simplified prose version.
On this abridged version of the epic Anglo-Saxon poem, reading it will take you into an ancient world where monsters and demons do still exists. The story flows in a subtle pace towards the intensifying savage actions of the hero’s victorious encounters with the most powerful creatures in the land of Spare Danes.
Beowulf is actually one among the oldest epic poem by the English Speakers where it portrayed the way how their forefathers live their lives in the ancient times. This also includes their love for war, adventure and slaying demonic creatures.
Since this abridged translation of the Beowulf poem has been written and catered for students, they would be able to take a full grasp of the poem by simply reading the “Introduction” part. It is also easy for readers to see what’s about to happen ahead.
The best part about this abridge version of the poem is that, majority of readers who made comparison to the original script claimed that this translation is the closest reproduction in the form of modern English that we use today.
The opening of this Beowulf abridged poem has an important commentary that you need to know about.
This was about Hrothgar’s grandfather who had a name similar to our hero which was, Beowulf. It’s so strange to me about why the coincidence?
Anyway, for first-time readers, this might give them some confusion the reason why this aspect needs to be explained right from the beginning.
Thus, the first Danish character that goes by the name Beowulf isn’t the main character. The hero of the story with similar name was a Swedish Geat and he only appeared after the terrifying monster Grendel attacked the Mead Hall.
Conclusion
I already read this entire version of Beowulf abridge version and I can say that it is a masterpiece. Students who are required to learn this poem should consider adding this book on their reading materials. It’s because, it offers better clarity which is the key to a better understanding of the poem.
Moreover, have you already read this abridge version of the Beowulf poem? If you do then I am curious to know your own opinion about it. Feel free to share it on the comment form below.
Specifically, this abridged version is based on the two most recognized translations of the “Nowell Codex” manuscript. On this original manuscript of the Beowulf poem, there are a total of 3,000 lines that you have to read. Whereas, on this abridged version, you only get to read 1,775 lines which is great.
What’s really good about this book is that, it is intended for classroom activities. It actually contains detailed guide about every characters of the poem so as the history, summary and a simplified prose version.
Introduction about the Poem
On this abridged version of the epic Anglo-Saxon poem, reading it will take you into an ancient world where monsters and demons do still exists. The story flows in a subtle pace towards the intensifying savage actions of the hero’s victorious encounters with the most powerful creatures in the land of Spare Danes.
Beowulf is actually one among the oldest epic poem by the English Speakers where it portrayed the way how their forefathers live their lives in the ancient times. This also includes their love for war, adventure and slaying demonic creatures.
Since this abridged translation of the Beowulf poem has been written and catered for students, they would be able to take a full grasp of the poem by simply reading the “Introduction” part. It is also easy for readers to see what’s about to happen ahead.
The best part about this abridge version of the poem is that, majority of readers who made comparison to the original script claimed that this translation is the closest reproduction in the form of modern English that we use today.
Important Commentary that Every Readers Needs to Know
The opening of this Beowulf abridged poem has an important commentary that you need to know about.
This was about Hrothgar’s grandfather who had a name similar to our hero which was, Beowulf. It’s so strange to me about why the coincidence?
Anyway, for first-time readers, this might give them some confusion the reason why this aspect needs to be explained right from the beginning.
Thus, the first Danish character that goes by the name Beowulf isn’t the main character. The hero of the story with similar name was a Swedish Geat and he only appeared after the terrifying monster Grendel attacked the Mead Hall.
Conclusion
I already read this entire version of Beowulf abridge version and I can say that it is a masterpiece. Students who are required to learn this poem should consider adding this book on their reading materials. It’s because, it offers better clarity which is the key to a better understanding of the poem.
Moreover, have you already read this abridge version of the Beowulf poem? If you do then I am curious to know your own opinion about it. Feel free to share it on the comment form below.
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