Beowulf

The Poem as a Novel

This modern translation of the epic poem presents the text in novel format for easier reading by modern readers.

Based on the original Anglo-Saxon, this edition is a faithful, if not scholarly, reading experience.

In addition to the modern translation and format changes, relevant historical and cultural details were seamlessly added, when necessary, to help readers better understand the context and story.

Note: Though extensive editing and writing was completed by the author, this translation was also written and illustrated with the assistance of Generative AI.