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Beowulf. Manica Mariangela, Brosco Jessica, Ucciero Michela. Epic poem written by Anonymous language Anglo-Saxon ( Old English) about tenth century theme : heroes .
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Beowulf Manica Mariangela, Brosco Jessica, Ucciero Michela.
Epicpoem • writtenbyAnonymous • languageAnglo-Saxon ( Old English) • abouttenthcentury • theme: heroes.
HrothgarkingofDenmarkwasbeingattackedby a devouringmonster , namedGrendel . Hewasprotectedby a magicspell and couldnotbehurtbyweaponsmadeby man . Beowulf decidedto help Hrothgar
Grendelentered in Hrothgar ‘s hall and Beowulf tore out oneofGrendel’s arms at the shoulder , Grendelretiredtohisrefuge .
Beowulf followed the bloodtrailofGrendel’s arm. ThenhefoughtGrendel’s motherkillingher. Therewas a greatfeast in the hall to celebrate Beowulf’s victory.
Afterfiftyyears Beowulf fought a fire-breathingdragon. Beowulf slayedthe dragon buthewasmortallywounded in the process.