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

Description

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 38%
dark 25%
tense 15%
funny 13%
reflective 13%
emotional 10%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 9%
informative 7%
sad 5%
lighthearted 3%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 42%
fast 31%
slow 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 58% | A mix: 28% | Character: 11% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

No: 37% | It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 8% | Yes: 6% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 48% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.37

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