How does the Beowulf poet use light and darkness as symbols of good and evil?
Q. Why does Beowulf begin and end with a funeral? What does this reveal about one of the major themes of the myth?
Asked by bright_sunshine_smiles - Sat Oct 24 07:20:03 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Grendel seems to live in "outer darkness" and comes to Heorot only at night. Altough the poem Beowulf has strong Christian undertones, it still reflects the pessimism of pagan Germanic thinking. The whole story seems to be an interlude of light between darkness before and after. The fact that the epic begins and ends with funerals seems to turn inside out the Biblical statement "In the midst of life we are in death." In the story of Beowulf, it seems rather that, in the midst of death, we have the story of a life. In addition, one of the pervading themes of the poem is transitoriness--impermana nce, passing away. Nothing in the poem, especially nothing manmade, lasts. The description of Scyld's funeral is longer than the account… [cont.]
Answered by aida - Sat Oct 24 23:55:13 2009
Q. Why does Beowulf begin and end with a funeral? What does this reveal about one of the major themes of the myth?
Asked by bright_sunshine_smiles - Sat Oct 24 07:20:03 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Grendel seems to live in "outer darkness" and comes to Heorot only at night. Altough the poem Beowulf has strong Christian undertones, it still reflects the pessimism of pagan Germanic thinking. The whole story seems to be an interlude of light between darkness before and after. The fact that the epic begins and ends with funerals seems to turn inside out the Biblical statement "In the midst of life we are in death." In the story of Beowulf, it seems rather that, in the midst of death, we have the story of a life. In addition, one of the pervading themes of the poem is transitoriness--impermana nce, passing away. Nothing in the poem, especially nothing manmade, lasts. The description of Scyld's funeral is longer than the account… [cont.]
Answered by aida - Sat Oct 24 23:55:13 2009
Why does the Beowulf poet make Grendel's mother stronger and more difficult to kill then her son?
Q. Hey guys, i looked every where for this question and the book really doesn't describe a thing, so can you please help me with these question? What affect does this have on Beowulf?
Asked by Alexis - Mon Nov 16 18:49:12 2009 - - 0 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. Hey guys, i looked every where for this question and the book really doesn't describe a thing, so can you please help me with these question? What affect does this have on Beowulf?
Asked by Alexis - Mon Nov 16 18:49:12 2009 - - 0 Answers - 0 Comments
How are Beowulf's virtues important in a warrior society?
Q. First, what are Beowulf's virtues? How are those virtues important to a warrior society?
Asked by gatortheone - Fri Oct 5 01:56:29 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well... wow... its been years since I read that book but I'll try to remember for ya. Beowulf is courageous, he is stubborn, he is heroic, and if you so choose to call it a virtue he is proud and egotistical. These are important because a warrior needs the courage to face a problem, he needs to have the will to continue to fight, he needs to be heroic (in the sense that he saves others) because warriors need a sense of purpose, and in the society of beowulf the most important thing a warrior had was his pride, so they can boast to all the other warriors and also to have a boost of confience
Answered by nichelle - Fri Oct 5 02:45:28 2007
Q. First, what are Beowulf's virtues? How are those virtues important to a warrior society?
Asked by gatortheone - Fri Oct 5 01:56:29 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well... wow... its been years since I read that book but I'll try to remember for ya. Beowulf is courageous, he is stubborn, he is heroic, and if you so choose to call it a virtue he is proud and egotistical. These are important because a warrior needs the courage to face a problem, he needs to have the will to continue to fight, he needs to be heroic (in the sense that he saves others) because warriors need a sense of purpose, and in the society of beowulf the most important thing a warrior had was his pride, so they can boast to all the other warriors and also to have a boost of confience
Answered by nichelle - Fri Oct 5 02:45:28 2007
How is Beowulf different from Hrothgar, his counterpart at the beginning of the story.?
Q. Is Beowulf more heroic at the end of the story as opposed to the beginning?
Asked by Kelli M - Fri Jul 11 23:57:15 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. www.boredofstudies.org you'll find essay papers to help you with something there.
Answered by Ngocxious - Sun Jul 13 20:41:56 2008
Q. Is Beowulf more heroic at the end of the story as opposed to the beginning?
Asked by Kelli M - Fri Jul 11 23:57:15 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. www.boredofstudies.org you'll find essay papers to help you with something there.
Answered by Ngocxious - Sun Jul 13 20:41:56 2008
How does Beowulf and king arthur help understand the happenings of then and happenings of now?
Q. I need to get three main points and support from king arthur and/or beowulf about the beliefs b.w then and how people view life now. how is it different/same? please helpp.Im giving 10 points to best answer.
Asked by Evee - Tue Sep 29 19:19:09 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Beowulf as an Oral Saga would be an excellent study help of the Norse peoples. However, the Christian Monks who listened to the saga bowdlerized the saga to help their Religion. If you cut out all religious trash it still tells a good bit of the life of the Pagan Norse people. King Arthur is another tale of Kings and heroes that was bowdlerized for a religion's profit.
Answered by Terry - Tue Sep 29 20:48:13 2009
Q. I need to get three main points and support from king arthur and/or beowulf about the beliefs b.w then and how people view life now. how is it different/same? please helpp.Im giving 10 points to best answer.
Asked by Evee - Tue Sep 29 19:19:09 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Beowulf as an Oral Saga would be an excellent study help of the Norse peoples. However, the Christian Monks who listened to the saga bowdlerized the saga to help their Religion. If you cut out all religious trash it still tells a good bit of the life of the Pagan Norse people. King Arthur is another tale of Kings and heroes that was bowdlerized for a religion's profit.
Answered by Terry - Tue Sep 29 20:48:13 2009
How can you compare the hero in both Sir Gawain and the Green Knight with Beowulf?
Q. Write a thesis statement, along with specific support, about either a cultural element or theme or method that is shown in both Sir Gawain and the Green Knight and Beowulf. Any suggestions?
Asked by Emily - Mon Apr 6 21:56:36 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My suggestion? Start compiling books and stories relating to both characters. Compare their exploits.
Answered by Vinegar - Mon Apr 6 22:05:04 2009
Q. Write a thesis statement, along with specific support, about either a cultural element or theme or method that is shown in both Sir Gawain and the Green Knight and Beowulf. Any suggestions?
Asked by Emily - Mon Apr 6 21:56:36 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My suggestion? Start compiling books and stories relating to both characters. Compare their exploits.
Answered by Vinegar - Mon Apr 6 22:05:04 2009
What are the continuities between the world of poet and characters in the poem in Beowulf?
Q. What are the continuities between the world of poet and characters in the poem in Beowulf? I suppose...what were the similarities between these two worlds?
Asked by asd d - Tue Oct 9 23:14:15 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They're both into jazz.
Answered by Ronnie - Tue Oct 9 23:29:43 2007
Q. What are the continuities between the world of poet and characters in the poem in Beowulf? I suppose...what were the similarities between these two worlds?
Asked by asd d - Tue Oct 9 23:14:15 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They're both into jazz.
Answered by Ronnie - Tue Oct 9 23:29:43 2007
How is Beowulf a symbol of passing time?
Q. I have questions from the book Beowulf, and one of them is: How is Beowulf a symbol of passing time? Any guesses???
Asked by coniisland - Sun Aug 23 22:23:21 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Is that exactly how the question was worded? And does it mean Beowulf the character or Beowulf the epic? Could it be that you're supposed to say something about the theme of transitoriness in the epic? The poet repeatedly emphasizes the fact that nothing in this world, especially nothing man-made, lasts forever. In the very beginning, the poet spends more time on Scyld Scaefing's funeral than on his life and accomplishments. Then when he describes the building of Heorot, he adds that it burned down. In the second part of the poem, he describes a great treasure accumulated by a now extinct race of people and puts a moving lament in the mouth of the last survivor. Finally, when Beowulf dies, there's foreshadowing that the society… [cont.]
Answered by aida - Wed Aug 26 22:48:34 2009
Q. I have questions from the book Beowulf, and one of them is: How is Beowulf a symbol of passing time? Any guesses???
Asked by coniisland - Sun Aug 23 22:23:21 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Is that exactly how the question was worded? And does it mean Beowulf the character or Beowulf the epic? Could it be that you're supposed to say something about the theme of transitoriness in the epic? The poet repeatedly emphasizes the fact that nothing in this world, especially nothing man-made, lasts forever. In the very beginning, the poet spends more time on Scyld Scaefing's funeral than on his life and accomplishments. Then when he describes the building of Heorot, he adds that it burned down. In the second part of the poem, he describes a great treasure accumulated by a now extinct race of people and puts a moving lament in the mouth of the last survivor. Finally, when Beowulf dies, there's foreshadowing that the society… [cont.]
Answered by aida - Wed Aug 26 22:48:34 2009
How does the themes and values of Beowulf relate to the modern life?
Q. What are the themes of Beowulf?
Asked by Autumn - Mon Sep 17 00:14:28 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Simple. But doing what you know is right, without seeking any payment for it. In the beginning of the book, Beowulf comes to Herrods hall because he has heard of his troubles with Grendel. He does what is right, and helps Herrod. The reward was a bonus. (The reword was also a given at that time.) Also remember that at the end of the saga, Beowulf faces the dragon knowing it would mean his death, but his people would survive. He asked nothing of his people, even when they tried to hold him back.
Answered by angelina_trimble - Mon Sep 17 01:44:56 2007
Q. What are the themes of Beowulf?
Asked by Autumn - Mon Sep 17 00:14:28 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Simple. But doing what you know is right, without seeking any payment for it. In the beginning of the book, Beowulf comes to Herrods hall because he has heard of his troubles with Grendel. He does what is right, and helps Herrod. The reward was a bonus. (The reword was also a given at that time.) Also remember that at the end of the saga, Beowulf faces the dragon knowing it would mean his death, but his people would survive. He asked nothing of his people, even when they tried to hold him back.
Answered by angelina_trimble - Mon Sep 17 01:44:56 2007
Does anyone know a site where i can find the full beowulf poem and manuscript?
Q. I need to find the FULL beowulf poem/manusript. I need as much info on beowulf as possible. Does anyone know any internet sites where i am able to find as much infomation as possible! By the way i am not looking for info on the movie its on the original poem/story/manusript. Thankyou!
Asked by Weird_dreamer - Fri Sep 25 23:13:35 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I was just looking for the full manuscript the other day for something on comparative Germanic linguistics... You can find it in Anglo-Saxon here: And an English translation here:
Answered by unknown - Fri Sep 25 23:25:21 2009
Q. I need to find the FULL beowulf poem/manusript. I need as much info on beowulf as possible. Does anyone know any internet sites where i am able to find as much infomation as possible! By the way i am not looking for info on the movie its on the original poem/story/manusript. Thankyou!
Asked by Weird_dreamer - Fri Sep 25 23:13:35 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I was just looking for the full manuscript the other day for something on comparative Germanic linguistics... You can find it in Anglo-Saxon here: And an English translation here:
Answered by unknown - Fri Sep 25 23:25:21 2009
What are some similarities between Beowulf and Grendel?
Q. I am writing a paper on Heroism in Beowulf and Grendel. The paper should show how characters in both texts view the hero. For example, a difference in the texts (since my differences are stronger than my similarities, I already have all my differences) would be that in Beowulf, Beowulf attacks Grendel and kills him because Grendel raided his village, but Grendel sees Beowulf as a (language has been translated into a more acceptable form) "freaking lunatic" who only wins battles by accident. Could someone please help me find similarities like that? Help (and page numbers) would be most appreciated. Thanks in advance also! P.S. I don't need anything too fancy, this is only for a 9th grade paper. Thanks again in advance!
Asked by Professional Rubber Band Shooter - Wed Apr 4 21:29:43 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Wow. Finding similarities is difficult. However, I guess one would be that both of them value family and relationships above all else. If you recall, when Beowulf goes back to the cave it is Grendel's mother he encounters. So there must have been a loving relationship and devestation at the loss of her son. Also, both of them fight by themselves, for themselves, without the assistance of weaponry. Both use their wit and strength to win a battle. That's as far as I can stretch it. Good luck!
Answered by Brenda J - Wed Apr 4 21:40:39 2007
Q. I am writing a paper on Heroism in Beowulf and Grendel. The paper should show how characters in both texts view the hero. For example, a difference in the texts (since my differences are stronger than my similarities, I already have all my differences) would be that in Beowulf, Beowulf attacks Grendel and kills him because Grendel raided his village, but Grendel sees Beowulf as a (language has been translated into a more acceptable form) "freaking lunatic" who only wins battles by accident. Could someone please help me find similarities like that? Help (and page numbers) would be most appreciated. Thanks in advance also! P.S. I don't need anything too fancy, this is only for a 9th grade paper. Thanks again in advance!
Asked by Professional Rubber Band Shooter - Wed Apr 4 21:29:43 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Wow. Finding similarities is difficult. However, I guess one would be that both of them value family and relationships above all else. If you recall, when Beowulf goes back to the cave it is Grendel's mother he encounters. So there must have been a loving relationship and devestation at the loss of her son. Also, both of them fight by themselves, for themselves, without the assistance of weaponry. Both use their wit and strength to win a battle. That's as far as I can stretch it. Good luck!
Answered by Brenda J - Wed Apr 4 21:40:39 2007
What are the three MAJOR tests of courage that Beowulf faces during his life?
Q. What is the outcome of each test and how do these tests of courage earn BEOWULF great respect and honor?
Asked by music4life6661 - Fri Oct 17 20:51:17 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. To be honest, I'm not totally sure of this answer. 1. Defeating Grendel - Beowulf fights him unarmed and is victorious, tearing off Grendel's arm and leaving him to flee back to the swamp and die - he is showered with gifts and treasure from the grateful Danes, who were unable to protect themselves or stop Grendel before Beowulf came. 2. Killing Grendel's mother - Beowulf travels to the murky swamp, where he dives into the water and fights Grendel's mother in her underwater lair. He kills her with a magic giant's sword forged for a giant, finds Grendel's corpse, decapitates it, and brings the head as a prize to Hrothgar. - The Danish countryside is now purged of its treacherous monsters. The Danes are again overjoyed, and Beowulf's fame… [cont.]
Answered by travelingdrake - Fri Oct 17 21:12:33 2008
Q. What is the outcome of each test and how do these tests of courage earn BEOWULF great respect and honor?
Asked by music4life6661 - Fri Oct 17 20:51:17 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. To be honest, I'm not totally sure of this answer. 1. Defeating Grendel - Beowulf fights him unarmed and is victorious, tearing off Grendel's arm and leaving him to flee back to the swamp and die - he is showered with gifts and treasure from the grateful Danes, who were unable to protect themselves or stop Grendel before Beowulf came. 2. Killing Grendel's mother - Beowulf travels to the murky swamp, where he dives into the water and fights Grendel's mother in her underwater lair. He kills her with a magic giant's sword forged for a giant, finds Grendel's corpse, decapitates it, and brings the head as a prize to Hrothgar. - The Danish countryside is now purged of its treacherous monsters. The Danes are again overjoyed, and Beowulf's fame… [cont.]
Answered by travelingdrake - Fri Oct 17 21:12:33 2008
Does the sword that Beowulf uses against the Dragon have anything to do with the spat earlier in the story?
Q. Beowulf uses Unferth's sword against the Dragon, it breaks. Does its breaking have anything to do with Unferth's challenge earlier in the tale? Well whatever. Does the sword fail because of its connection to its original master's quarrel with Beowulf?
Asked by Mary-Go-Round - Thu Dec 18 00:11:24 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The name Unferth means Unfaithful . He may be a representative of the traditional evil councilor in traditional tales, like the traditional treacherous seneschal in French tales, or the traditional treacherous grand vizier in Arabic tales. Remember there were lots of tales about Hrothgar and Hrothwulf that have not come down to us and Unferth may have played a part in them. In Beowulf Unferth s part is to rudely charge Beowulf with losing in a swimming match. Unferth seems to repent after Beowulf slays Grendel, and provides him with a sword. But the word breaks. I don t think this is supposed to have anything in particular to do with Unferth. Though perhaps it is just what we should expect of a sword provided by Unferth, even in good… [cont.]
Answered by Jallan - Sun Dec 21 20:45:03 2008
Q. Beowulf uses Unferth's sword against the Dragon, it breaks. Does its breaking have anything to do with Unferth's challenge earlier in the tale? Well whatever. Does the sword fail because of its connection to its original master's quarrel with Beowulf?
Asked by Mary-Go-Round - Thu Dec 18 00:11:24 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The name Unferth means Unfaithful . He may be a representative of the traditional evil councilor in traditional tales, like the traditional treacherous seneschal in French tales, or the traditional treacherous grand vizier in Arabic tales. Remember there were lots of tales about Hrothgar and Hrothwulf that have not come down to us and Unferth may have played a part in them. In Beowulf Unferth s part is to rudely charge Beowulf with losing in a swimming match. Unferth seems to repent after Beowulf slays Grendel, and provides him with a sword. But the word breaks. I don t think this is supposed to have anything in particular to do with Unferth. Though perhaps it is just what we should expect of a sword provided by Unferth, even in good… [cont.]
Answered by Jallan - Sun Dec 21 20:45:03 2008
What are some good books similar to Beowulf?
Q. Does anyone know a book that takes place in the Northern European regions, with a male viking as the main character (like Beowulf) Any possibly tell me if they are at Hastings or not? Thanks!
Asked by Guy - Wed Jan 16 00:12:39 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. "The Sagas of Icelanders," Penguin Classics (World of the Sagas). "The Vinland Sagas," Penguin Classics. Modern heroes and sagas: "Entering the Circle" and "The Master of Lucid Dreams;" a psychiatrist accepts initiation into Siberian shamanic tradition, and more; "Psychonavigation," John Perkins (what he really learned while being an Economic Hitman).
Answered by j153e - Wed Jan 16 00:18:06 2008
Q. Does anyone know a book that takes place in the Northern European regions, with a male viking as the main character (like Beowulf) Any possibly tell me if they are at Hastings or not? Thanks!
Asked by Guy - Wed Jan 16 00:12:39 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. "The Sagas of Icelanders," Penguin Classics (World of the Sagas). "The Vinland Sagas," Penguin Classics. Modern heroes and sagas: "Entering the Circle" and "The Master of Lucid Dreams;" a psychiatrist accepts initiation into Siberian shamanic tradition, and more; "Psychonavigation," John Perkins (what he really learned while being an Economic Hitman).
Answered by j153e - Wed Jan 16 00:18:06 2008
What are some heroic things that Beowulf did?
Q. Hi I recently asked a question about Beowulf to see if anyone can give me some links so I could do some research. Now me and my friend are stumped. I'm thinking of stuff but he won't put in in our report. So what are some heroic actions that Beowulf did? Thanks for help.
Asked by tYleR - Thu Feb 14 12:33:39 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Go over it again! This will help:
Answered by Feisty - Thu Feb 14 12:38:40 2008
Q. Hi I recently asked a question about Beowulf to see if anyone can give me some links so I could do some research. Now me and my friend are stumped. I'm thinking of stuff but he won't put in in our report. So what are some heroic actions that Beowulf did? Thanks for help.
Asked by tYleR - Thu Feb 14 12:33:39 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Go over it again! This will help:
Answered by Feisty - Thu Feb 14 12:38:40 2008
Do you know a site where I could read Beowulf online for free?
Q. I read it in high school but I have forgotten a lot of the details. I noticed they are making a Beowulf movie which got me thinking about how I would like to reread it. Also, if you know a book (compilation) where a translation of it can be found so I might try finding it at my local library would also be great. Thanks!
Asked by softballchickie87 - Thu Aug 2 20:48:30 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Beowulf is the longest and greatest surviving Anglo-Saxon poem. The setting of the epic is the sixth century in what is now known as Denmark and southwestern Sweden. Online Versions of the Epic study guides
Answered by I Think ??? - Fri Aug 3 07:50:19 2007
Q. I read it in high school but I have forgotten a lot of the details. I noticed they are making a Beowulf movie which got me thinking about how I would like to reread it. Also, if you know a book (compilation) where a translation of it can be found so I might try finding it at my local library would also be great. Thanks!
Asked by softballchickie87 - Thu Aug 2 20:48:30 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Beowulf is the longest and greatest surviving Anglo-Saxon poem. The setting of the epic is the sixth century in what is now known as Denmark and southwestern Sweden. Online Versions of the Epic study guides
Answered by I Think ??? - Fri Aug 3 07:50:19 2007
Where can I find the synopsis of the written Beowulf?
Q. I need the synopsis of the written Beowulf not the movie. I also need its background and/or history.
Asked by L.G.T - Tue Jun 16 09:35:06 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A.
Answered by vpnk92201 - Tue Jun 16 10:06:33 2009
Q. I need the synopsis of the written Beowulf not the movie. I also need its background and/or history.
Asked by L.G.T - Tue Jun 16 09:35:06 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A.
Answered by vpnk92201 - Tue Jun 16 10:06:33 2009
What do the stories Macbeth, Beowulf, and Canterbury Tales all have in common?
Q. What do the stories Macbeth, Beowulf, and Canterbury Tales all have in common?
Asked by Tavia - Sat May 9 22:48:27 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Macbeth
Answered by Cuckoo - Sun May 10 07:02:11 2009
Q. What do the stories Macbeth, Beowulf, and Canterbury Tales all have in common?
Asked by Tavia - Sat May 9 22:48:27 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Macbeth
Answered by Cuckoo - Sun May 10 07:02:11 2009
Can anyone help with a modernization of Beowulf?
Q. I need to make a modern day comparison to Beowulf and i need help deciding what role to give Beowulf and Grendel in the modern society. For example Beowulf is a journalist or photographer and Grendel is someone who Beowulf exposes for doing something bad to society. My goal is to make it funny though, so can you think of any other good ideas for occupations or even settings that would make it a comedy. Be creative, i'll except almost any job idea. Thanks :)
Asked by jasmine a - Sat Oct 20 21:19:44 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well Grendel can be some pyschotic man who commited murder (There are some interesting real like serial killers you can turn him into) and Beowulf can be a police officer or detective or something.
Answered by unknown - Sat Oct 20 22:01:31 2007
Q. I need to make a modern day comparison to Beowulf and i need help deciding what role to give Beowulf and Grendel in the modern society. For example Beowulf is a journalist or photographer and Grendel is someone who Beowulf exposes for doing something bad to society. My goal is to make it funny though, so can you think of any other good ideas for occupations or even settings that would make it a comedy. Be creative, i'll except almost any job idea. Thanks :)
Asked by jasmine a - Sat Oct 20 21:19:44 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well Grendel can be some pyschotic man who commited murder (There are some interesting real like serial killers you can turn him into) and Beowulf can be a police officer or detective or something.
Answered by unknown - Sat Oct 20 22:01:31 2007
What are the similarities and differences of The Hobbit and Beowulf?
Q. What are the similarities and differences in the books The Hobbit and Beowulf. The dragons? and the story itself..
Asked by [dance, dance] - Sun May 27 22:55:24 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No one's answered this yet so... It's been a few years since I've read Beowulf, and longer since I've read The Hobbit, but I'll try to help you out anyway. Differences: Beowulf's main character was experienced at the start of the story, The Hobbit's main character wasn't. The Hobbit was very much against adventures and that kind of thing, Beowulf's character thrived off of that sort of thing. The Hobbit had lot's of help along the way, Beowulf's main character didn't have that much help. Similarities: Both main characters had conflicts they deal with. That's all I remember well enough to tell you.
Answered by Jane - Tue May 29 21:21:12 2007
Q. What are the similarities and differences in the books The Hobbit and Beowulf. The dragons? and the story itself..
Asked by [dance, dance] - Sun May 27 22:55:24 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No one's answered this yet so... It's been a few years since I've read Beowulf, and longer since I've read The Hobbit, but I'll try to help you out anyway. Differences: Beowulf's main character was experienced at the start of the story, The Hobbit's main character wasn't. The Hobbit was very much against adventures and that kind of thing, Beowulf's character thrived off of that sort of thing. The Hobbit had lot's of help along the way, Beowulf's main character didn't have that much help. Similarities: Both main characters had conflicts they deal with. That's all I remember well enough to tell you.
Answered by Jane - Tue May 29 21:21:12 2007
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