A review by klauswaad
Beowulf: A New Translation by Unknown

adventurous funny inspiring medium-paced

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

4.0

Not my favorite translation and wouldn’t recommend as first time read for Beowulf. HOWEVER, if you want to reread Beowulf and want a very different tone, this one is hilarious. Words like daddy get used as verbs and there’s a whole lot of “Bro!” usage.