Heroic Elements In Beowulf
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Between the 450`s and 1100`s, the Anglo-Saxons lived in the Island of Briton, what is today Great Britain. These people were basically farmers and hunters, who lived in tribes that were considered tightly knit and fiercely loyal. These land was a constant prey for the Vikings, Romans and Celts (Bri ....
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.... and strength. Beowulf is a Geat from a region that is today southern Sweden, who sets sail from his homeland to try to liberate Herot, Hrothgar's hall, of a monster that has been ravaging for twelve years. This monster, Grendel, is an enormous creature, which battles with Beowulf, a young adventurer wanting fame.
Throughout this epic poem , various heroic elements can be appreciated, which reflect the values by which the Anglo-Saxon society lived as strength, loyalty, and bravery. Beowulf has ....
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