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Anglo Saxon Period (449-1066)

Anglo Saxon Period (449-1066). By: Jessica Morales, Maria Avila, Ezekiel DeAlva. What was the Anglo Saxon Period?.

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Anglo Saxon Period (449-1066)

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  1. Anglo Saxon Period (449-1066) By: Jessica Morales, Maria Avila, Ezekiel DeAlva

  2. What was the Anglo Saxon Period? Anglo-Saxon England refers to the period of the history of the part of Great Britain that became known as England, lasting from Sub-Roman Britain following the end of Roman occupation, with the establishment of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms in the 5th century, until the Norman conquest of England in 1066 by William the Conqueror. (449-1066 CE)

  3. The Anglo Saxons (449-1066) Consisted of three groups: The Angles, The Saxons, And the Jutes But before them were the Britons who headed towards the edges of the island.

  4. Anglo Saxon Hierarchy -King= He was expected to be generous to his loyal subjects -Thanes= claimed kinship to founder of tribes. They were expected to be loyal.

  5. Anglo Saxons Literature -Spread by scops who recited long epic poems. These poems were either heroic or literary. -The verses were easy to memorize since most people did not read or write.

  6. The Norman Conquest -By 1042, The Danes were out of power, and Edward the confessor was on the throne. -Edward died in 1066 and that year found the Normans overpower the Anglo-Saxons. This was their final defeat.

  7. Christianity Vs. Paganism in Beowulf • This theme manifests in many ways. • The characters experience bad things and turn from Christianity to Paganism for a quick fix.

  8. Christianity Vs. Paganism in Beowulf • The epic was composed around the same time as England was converting to Christianity. • It references both the Christian faith and Pagan faith throughout the entire piece. • The author is clearly Christian and often comments on the “heathenism” of the characters when they revert to their former pagan ways.

  9. Christianity Vs. Paganism in Beowulf • Monsters are a element of many Pagan stories. • The purpose and use of treasure is a Christian element.

  10. BEOWULF History

  11. Why the title Beowulf? • Beowulf is the name of the main character in the epic poem that tells about the slaying of a monster by the name of Grendel and its mother. • Beowulfunfortunately dies towards the end of the poem in a horrific fight against a dragon which he slays before dying. • The true author of Beowulf is unknown.

  12. Who is Beowulf? • Beowulf is the son of Ecgtheow making him prince. He is a warrior and slayer of all monsters.  He is also a thane (lord) in the hall of the Geats ring-giver. He personifies all of the best values of the heroic culture. In his old age, he proves a wise and effective ruler.

  13. By: Epic Poetry Iesha Broadway Karen Martinez Isabel Reyes

  14. Definition Epic Poetry- An epic poem is a long, narrative heroic deeds and events that are significant to the culture of the poet. Many ancient writers used epic poetry to tell tales of intense adventures and heroic feats.

  15. Epic Poems and Beowulf Beowulf is the oldest surviving epic poem in the English Literature and the earliest piece of vernacular European literature. It is written in old English , the language of Saxons.

  16. What is Beowulf? An Old English epic poem celebrating the legendary Scandinavian hero Beowulf . In the 19th century the poem began to be called by the name of its Scandinavian hero, whose adventures are its primary focus.

  17. Facts on Beowulf! Beowulf was written as early as c.700 Beowulf is a prince of the Geats of southern Sweden.

  18. Facts on Epic Poetry! Epic poems are long narratives that explore heroism and major events that are culturally relevant. Ancient work such as Epic Of Gilgamesh , Odyssey.

  19. The Heroic Code By: Dalia E. Diana R. Anthony M. Carlos A.

  20. The Heroic Code • Emphasizes how a noble person should act • Claims glory is achieved in this life through noble deeds • Had significant importance in warrior societies

  21. The Heroic Code • Parts of the code included loyalty, generosity, and hospitality • Encourages the values of strength, courage, and honor • All individuals either complied with the code or were against it

  22. The Heroic Code • Has some contradiction with Christianity • A code used by a warrior class • Included the concept of blood and vengeance • Demanded the a warrior to kill another person who hurt a kinsman

  23. The Heroic Code • A warrior had to defend his lord till death • It is a testament to the warriors • Portrays knowledge of their relationships with enemies • In order to accept the Code, one must take an oath

  24. Beowulf Introduction Project By: Eva Mondragon, Shelby Morris, and Christina Argumaniz

  25. Alliterative Verse • A stylistic form of writing used in anglosaxon poetry. • Main component is alliteration. • Usually has 3 or four words in it which repeat the same sound. Example:Hot-hearted Beowulf was bent upon battle.

  26. Caesura • A pause in a line of poetry that is formed by the rhythms of natural speech.-creates a dramatic pause which adds an emotional and theatrical touch in a short phrase. • Can be indicated by: // • May occur in the beginning, middle, or end of a line in poetry • Ex- 1.) Dead!// one of the shot by the sea in the east.

  27. Kennings • A two-word phrase that describes an object through metaphors. • A Kenning poem is also called a riddle that consists of a few lines of kennings which describe someone or something in confusing detail. • Example: That he on dry land loveliest liveth, List how I, care-wretched, on ice-cold sea, Deprived of my kinsmen; Over the whale’s acre, would wander wide Eager and ready, the crying lone-flyer, Whets for the whale-path the heart irresistibly. (The Seafarer by Ezra Pound)

  28. People and Places Of Beowulf

  29. Main Characters • Beowulf -  The protagonist of the epic, Beowulf is a Geatish hero who fights the monster Grendel, Grendel’s mother, and a fire-breathing dragon. • King Hrothgar -  The king of the Danes.  • Grendel -  A demon descended from Cain, Grendel preys on Hrothgar’s warriors in the king’s mead-hall, Heorot. • Grendel’s mother

  30. Danes Sheafson -  The legendary Danish king Beow -  The second king listed in the genealogy Halfdane -  The father of Hrothgar, Heorogar, Halga. Wealhtheow -  Hrothgar’swife Unferth -  A Danish warrior Hrethric -  Hrothgar’s elder son Hrothmund -  The second son of Hrothgar Hrothulf -  Hrothgar’snephew Aeschere -  Hrothgar’s trusted adviser.

  31. Geats • Hygelac -  Beowulf’s uncle • Hygd -  Hygelac’s wife, • Wiglaf -  A young kinsman and retainer of Beowulf  • Ecgtheow -  Beowulf’s father, Hygelac’s brother-in-law, • King Hrethel -  The Geatish king  • Breca -  Beowulf’s childhood friend

  32. Places of Beowulf • Denmark: Land of the Danes • Heorot: The mead-hall built by the Danish King Hrothgar, to house his men, and show off his victories and fame • Beowulf’s Tower: A tower built after Beowulf’s death where his ashes are buried. • Grendel’s mother’s battle-hall: The underwater mead-hall • Lair: The fiery underground home of Grendel and his mother

  33. Monsters of Beowulf By: Melissa Vasquez, Edgar Garcia, Jamie Amparan, Luis Ortiz

  34. Grendel • This Monster attacking Hrothgar’s Mead hall. • As soon as he heard about Hrothgar’s problem, Beowulf traveled to Daneland where he defeated this monstrous creature

  35. Grendel’s Mother • After attacking Heorot and killing Aeschere in revenge for her son’s death, fights Beowulf • When all else fails Beowulf uses the sword of a giant, killing her.

  36. The Dragon • Although he was able to defeat the dragon, the dragon managed to bite beowulf. • The dragon was his last foe.

  37. Citations • Pictures Ref. • Grendel • Gendels Mother • The Dragon • Information • The Monsters Beowulf Killed http://www.history.org.uk/resources/primary_resource_3865_132.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIqleCLH3kA http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglo-Saxon_England http://www.studymode.com/essays/Beowulf-Christianity-Vs-Paganism-39054.html http://www.bookrags.com/notes/beo/top1.html https://medievalchristianityd.wikispaces.com/Pagan+and+Christian+Fusion http://www.examiner.com/article/facts-about-epic-poetry http://historymedren.about.com/od/beowulf/p/beowulf.htm Education-portal.com/academy/lesson/caesura-in-poetry-definition-examples-quiz.html http://examples.yourdictionary.com/examples-of-alliteration-poems.html http://literarydevices.net/kenning/

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