Beowulf, Dragon Slayer is a thrilling retelling of the Anglo-Saxon legend, Rosemary Sutcliff recounts Beowulf's most terrifying quests: against Grendel the man-wolf, against the hideous sea-hag and, most courageous of all, his fight to the death with the monstrous fire-drake. Perfect for engaging history and language arts lessons, this captivating narrative brings the ancient epic to life. An extra section in the back includes author info, activities and quizzes, a glossary, and fascinating insights to further enrich learning.