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13 Σεπ 2017 · The epic tells the story of Beowulf (his name may mean "bear"), a Geat from Sweden who crosses the sea to Denmark in a quest to rescue King Hrothgar from the demonic monster Grendel.
Beowulf sets out with a handful of his bravest men to vanquish the creature but is deserted by all the men except Wiglaf, a kinsman. With Wiglaf’s help, Beowulf slays the dragon, but he is mortally wounded during the battle and dies a hero’s death. *Note: A list of characters is provided on page 15 of this study guide.
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A wise and aged ruler, Hrothgar represents a different kind of leadership from that exhibited by the youthful warrior Beowulf. He is a father figure to Beowulf and a model for the kind of king that Beowulf becomes. Read an in-depth analysis of King Hrothgar.
I:Lines:53-114:The Coming Of Grendel. Then Beaw the Shielding held the forts, long while, loved king of his nation, Famed among folk; elder on earth His father departed. And then his heir The great Halfdane, aged, battle-scarred Ruled the bright Shieldings his lifetime. To him were born, this leader of warriors, Four in succession; woke to the ...
CHARACTER LIST Much of the early action takes place in Herot, a great mead hall, or banquet hall, where the well-loved and generous Danish king Hrothgar holds court. The following list includes the principal characters in Beowulf, some of whom appear in the genealogies on page 13. Beowulf, an ideal warrior of the Geats and the hero of the poem
• The hero is a legendary figure who performs deeds requiring incredible courage and strength. • The hero embodies character traits that reflect lofty ideals.
