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Beowulf

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Classics Poetry Fiction Fantasy

by Unknown, Seamus Heaney

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3.42 (155.9K ratings)
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description 245 pages

Beowulf by Unknown, Seamus Heaney holds a mixed reviews rating of 3.42 out of 5, based on 155.9K reader ratings. First published in 975. The book spans 245 pages.

About Beowulf

Beowulf is a major epic of Anglo-Saxon literature, probably composed between the first half of the seventh century and the end of the first millennium. The poem was inspired by Germanic and Anglo-Saxon oral tradition recounting the exploits of Beowulf, the hero who gave his name to the poem. Here, it's transcribed as a verse epic, onto which are grafted Christian additions.

Detail Value
Author Unknown, Seamus Heaney
Published 975
Pages 245
Genres Classics, Poetry, Fiction, Fantasy
Average Rating 3.42 / 5.00
Total Ratings 155,903

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.4
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155.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.42, Beowulf is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark. With 155.9K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.42
This Book
4.03
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Beowulf?

Beowulf is categorized as Classics, Poetry, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Beowulf worth reading?

Based on 155.9K reader ratings, Beowulf has an average score of 3.42 out of 5.00, which is considered "Mixed Reviews." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Beowulf?

Beowulf has 245 pages.

Who wrote Beowulf?

Beowulf was written by Unknown, Seamus Heaney. It was first published in 975.

What is the ISBN for Beowulf?

The ISBN-13 for Beowulf is 9780393320980.0.

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