Beowulf.

Never in a million years would I consider having a physical copy of this book. Yet fate decided otherwise. I had a bit  of a down time, and when I'm sad, there's only one place that can cheer me up - a good bookstore and spending money there. I can't say a book store I went to that day was the best I've been to, but I managed to buy a book there. And the book was a copy of Beowulf. I have read about it in my English Literature textbook, and I didn't have any strong opinions on it. So at first, after buying it, I kind of regretted my impulse, but after a few days I got really excited to read it. And it was a very satisfying and enjoyable read, let me say. I've never thought I would enjoy it as much as I did!

For those who are not familiar, Beowulf is an Old English epic poem, that is commonly known as one of the most important works of Old English. Who's the author of this work is, obviously, unknown. It was an anonymous Anglo-Saxon poet.

The story is set in Scandinavia and is basically about a super strong hero called Beowulf, who helps a king of the Danes and his people to get rid of a monster Grendel, who's been attacking the kingdom. After Beowulf finishes up Grendel, there is his poor grieving mum, who's coming after the hero, but he finishes her too. And obviously, the kingdom lives happily ever after and so does Beowulf. We then are transferred years forward, and we see Beowulf as an old man, ruling his own kingdom. Beowulf has to slay a dragon now, and he does, but sadly he gets injured himself and soon passes away. He's buried and grieved by his people and, it is basically the end of the book. It's very fast to read and very entertaining as well. To be honest, I really liked it, and I think I will definitely re-read it some time later! I would recommend it to people, who are interested in literature, and tales about heroes and dragons. It kind of reminded me of The Hobbit at some point or something like that. Anyway, I must say it was probably one of the most enjoyable 'school' reads I've had in my whole life!

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