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Beowulf
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The Anglo-Saxon epic is the most important work of Old
English literature, and is well deserved of the distinction. The epic tells the
story of a hero, a Scandinavian prince named , who rids the Danes
of the monster Grendel, a descendent of Cain, and of his ex .... Middle of Essay
.... 1 the story teller describes
his wealth and importance, not as mounds of gold or jewels, but instead as
his ability to "[lead] the Danes to such glory." and as his tendency to "In
battle, [leave] the common pasture untouched, and taking no lives."
Through this display of compassion for the commoner who doesn't fight in
battles, Hrothgar proves the full extent of his honor and therefore the extent
of his wealth and status. Beowulf, the hero-prince, also proves his true
wealth and status through his deeds as defender of the Danes.. As he fights
and defeats Grendel, Beowulf Earns Fame and wealth from his companions,
and from the Danes, ....
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