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Beowulf: An Epic Hero
The epic poem Beowulf describes the most heroic man of the Anglo-Saxon
times. The hero, Beowulf, is a seemingly invincible person with all the
extraordinary traits required of a hero. He is able to use his super-human
physical strength and courage to put his people before himself. He
encounters hideous monsters and the most ferocious of beasts but he never
fears the threat of death. ....
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.... four men to lift and carry it back to Herot mead-hall. This strength
is a key trait of Beowulf's heroism.
Another heroic trait of Beowulf is his ability to put his peoples
welfare before his own. Beowulf's uncle is king of the Geats so he is sent
as an emissary to help rid the Danes of the evil Grendel. Beowulf risks
his own life for the Danes, asking help from no one. He realizes the
dangers but fears nothing for his own life. After Beowulf had served his
people as ....
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