Beowulf: The Script Book

By Roger Avary and Neil Gaiman

Book Overview

The celebrated heroic epic poem is brought to the the big screen with a script that envisions the trials and tribulations of the noble Beowulf . Thrilling, frightening, and truly epic, Gaiman and Avary have crafted an amazing script with all the adventure of the original that illuminates one of the all-time greatest tales. In this legend, the outcast monster Grendel attacks Hrothgar's great hall, devouring many warriors. When the news of Grendel's onslaught reaches the Geats tribe, their greatest warrior, Beowulf, leaves his homeland to aid those plagued by the monster. But beyond Grendel lie even greater foes and dark secrets that imperil the kingdom. This epic visualization of Beowulf's combats with Grendel and later, Grendel's revenge-crazed mother, merges science fiction and fantastic story-telling, bringing to life the most enduring tale of all time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0061350168
• ISBN13: 9780061350160
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: William Morrow & Company
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.4" x 10.8"

Customer Reviews

Beowulf: The Script Book

Beowulf: The Script Book Very Interesting, providing background and extras as well as the story.

The World's Leading Fantasy Writer

Who will save the Danish warriors from the monster Grendel? Find out at the movies or read the script version co-authored by Gaiman, the world's leading fantasy writer.