Beowulf #[nn]

"Book One" of Gareth Hinds’ graphic novel adaptation of Beowulf is a striking, fully self-contained first chapter that captures the epic’s primal tension from the start. With every page drawn, inked, colored, and lettered by Hinds himself, the story follows Beowulf as he arrives at Hrothgar’s court and takes up the challenge to face the terror of Grendel—leading to a brutal, hand-to-hand clash that ends with the monster’s arm torn free. The cover, also by Hinds, sets the tone with its stark, powerful imagery, making this a standout in any collection.