Beowulf: A New Translation by Maria Dahvana Headley

Beowulf: A New Translation

Maria Dahvana Headley with Maria Dahvana Headley (Narrator), JD Jackson (Narrator)

4 hours, 8 minutes first pub 900 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy poetry adventurous medium-paced
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Narrator JD Jackson addresses his listener as bro in this decidedly contemporary retelling of the classic saga...His brilliant performance captures all the artistry, wit, and immediacy of this fresh translation, and breathes new life into what for...

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Moods

adventurous 92%
challenging 39%
dark 25%
tense 17%
inspiring 12%
reflective 12%
emotional 11%
funny 11%
mysterious 10%
informative 7%
sad 5%
lighthearted 3%
hopeful 2%

Pace

medium 44%
fast 32%
slow 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 28% | Character: 13% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 19% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

No: 37% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | It's complicated: 8% | Yes: 7% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.38

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