(855) 4-ESSAYS

Type a new keyword(s) and press Enter to search

Beowulf


            In reading the epic poem of Beowulf, the main character, Beowulf, has the .
             characteristics of an epic hero by showing skill and courage, enduring fame, and royal .
             responsibility . In the epic poem of Beowulf, Beowulf shows extraordinary and almost .
             superficial skill and courage at the Slaying of Grendel, the Troll-Wife, and the Dragon. Due to .
             the courageous slaying of the unwanted creatures Beowulf also becomes accustomed to the .
             idea of enduring fame. Beowulf also must accept the concept of protecting his people as a .
             royal responsibility. The epic poem begins with the slaying of Grendel. In the slaying of the .
             abnormally large creature Beowulf shows portentous skills and courage. .
             Beowulf's shows extraordinary skill and courage; which is an example of an epic .
             hero. In the poem of Beowulf, Beowulf shows courage and skill by slaying Grendel without .
             the use of a shield or sword. The reason why Beowulf decides to kill Grendel with out the use .
             of any armor is because Beowulf feels that he should have no advantages over Grendel. By .
             conquering Grendel without any armor Beowulf proves to the people that he truly is .
             courageous and skillful. The following paragraph shows the reader just how courageous he .
             really is .
             "I count myself weaker in war or grapple of battle than Grendel .
             himself. Therefore i scorn to slay him with sword, Deal deadly .
             wound, as i well might do-nothing he knows of a noble fighting, .
             Of thrusting and hewing and hacking of shield" (L 507-513) .
             Beowulf also shows skill and courage when he defeats the Troll Wife. (The mother of .
             Grendel) After the killing of many Thanes in the Mead Hall Beowulf is able to kill The Troll .
             Wife with the use of the Hrunting. He defeats The Troll Wife with a thrust at the throat, which .
             broke through the bone rings of The Troll Wife. Once again Grendel exemplifies the .
             characteristics of an epic hero. Beowulf also shows skill and courage in the killing of the .


Essays Related to Beowulf


Got a writing question? Ask our professional writer!
Submit My Question