About “Grendel”

The book retells the story of the monster Grendel from the Old English epic Beowulf, presenting his perspective on the events of the original poem. It follows Grendel as he encounters humans, grapples with his existence, and becomes involved in the conflict central to the Anglo-Saxon epic.

Book details

Published
1971
Latest edition
1971 · ISBN 9780679723110
ISBN
9780679723110

Frequently asked questions

How many pages is Grendel?

Grendel by John Gardner has 192 pages.

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