King Arthur And Beowulf: A Comparison
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Sir Thomas Malory brings forth a courageous character , "King
Arthur", utilizing weaponry and leadership, to enlighten the reader of the
unique characteristics of a true hero, on the other hand, the unknown
author of "Beowulf", depicts the Anglo-Saxan era to tell a story of one who
fights to bette ....
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.... sword -
That the pommel and the haft was all preious stones." The distinguished
Excalibur was carried and shown with dignity. Immense care and respect was
imposed into the weapons of the king. The noble King Arthur utilized the
arms of his time, opposed to Beowulf's unarmed way of battle.
Described as the strongest man in the world, Beowulf voyages across
seas slaying evil demons with nothing but his bare hands. "…Knew at once
that nowhere on earth had he met a man whose hands where hard ....
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