![]() Since he loved the old tales of English literature, he got the idea of connecting ancient literature and the modern superhero mythology by creating a graphic novel version of Beowulf. He loved the drawing, but didn’t really want to write his own stories. Gareth Hinds began by studying illustration at art school and adapting fairy tales. You can listen in to episode 169 below, click here to tune in on any podcast player, or read on for the full post. This is a great episode, and I’m so glad you’re here for it! Let’s dive in. Honestly, I wish every school in America had copies of his works, and I’m so thrilled he could take the time to talk to us. Today on the podcast, we’re talking about the visual language of graphic adaptation, how Gareth researches and creates his works, and his top tips for classroom teachers using his adaptations. ![]() I mean, come on! How great is that? With highly regarded adaptations of The Odyssey, The Iliad, Poe’s stories, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, The Merchant of Venice, Beowulf, and more, Gareth Hinds is quickly moving through the canon to create colorful, accessible, dare-I-say FUN versions of classics students often struggle with. ![]() He takes the most challenging works of classic literature for our students, spends years studying them deeply, and creates graphic adaptations students get excited about reading. Gareth Hinds is an English Teacher’s superhero. ![]()
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