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Beowulf and Grendel/Then and Now
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A 5 page research paper/essay that analyzes the epic poem Beowulf and contrasts it with John Gardner's novel Grendel, which is a modern retelling of the saga from the viewpoint of the monster. Bibliography lists 4 sources
Filename: khgrebeo.rtf
Beowulf and his Non-Human Opponents
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This 5 page report
discusses the fact that in the oldest epic poem of the English
language, Beowulf, the hero does battle with non-human creatures.
In part, the ancient poet uses the non-human enemies to
underscore the fact that this is a story of great dimensions --
the heroic and the monstrous, the light and the dark, the human
and the inhuman. Of course, in the end when Beowulf has become
King of the Geats, he is defeated by a dragon, another decidedly
non-human opponent. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWbeo.wps
Beowulf as a Christ-like Figure
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A 5 page essay that draws on the Anglo-Saxon epic Beowulf to argue that a close examination of the poem suggests that the Christian poet that set the tale of Beowulf to paper for the first time saw in this Germanic folklore the outlines of Christian dogma, with the consequent result that Beowulf fits the broadest parameters of a Christ-like figure, yet with undeniable pagan elements. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khbeoch.rtf
Beowulf as Christian and Christian Elements in the Poem “Beowulf”
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This is a 10 page paper discussing Beowulf as a Christian and Christian elements in the poem “Beowulf”. Beowulf, written by an unknown author in 8th century England, tells the tale of a young hero, Beowulf as he defeats evil monsters in order to defend his people. He arrives in the story as one who is already well known for his victories over monsters and in addition, he is virtuous and good and benefits his victories in battle to the grace of God. He relates tales of how God calmed the seas in order for him to be able to see the sea monsters and slay them. When he is fighting the evil Grendel, a descendent from Cain, and Grendel’s mother, he asks that God give victory to the one He believes is the most good and believes that his victories would not have been successful without God’s assistance. Many pagan elements appear in the poem, such as monsters, which no doubt reflects the overall situation and conflict between the pagan and Christian religions which existed in England at that time. The heavy Christian influence in the poem however, is reflected in the Christian Beowulf overcoming the powerful pagan monsters. Overall, Beowulf the hero, and Beowulf the poem can both be considered Christian in their faith, symbolism and the elements of strength seen as rewards for Christian goodness and virtue.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TJBeowu1.rtf
Beowulf/A modern perspective
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A 5 page research paper that examines the Old English epic poem Beowulf . The writer presents an examination of the society of Beowulf by discussing how Beowulf might have steered the development of society based on the values illustrated in the poem. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khbeosoc.wps
Beowulf/Heorot Hall
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A 7 page research paper that addresses the significance and pivotal importance of the great mead-hall, Heorot, as the setting for the drama with Grendel. The writer argue that the mead-hall functions as a physical manifestation of the reciprocal relationship between the Danish king Hrothgar and his subjects. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khbeoheo.rtf
Beowulf/Its Culture
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A 7 page essay that analyzes the Old English epic poem Beowulf in regards to what the poem tells the modern reader about this culture. The writer discusses what sort of traits were admired by this culture, what they disdained, and what they considered to be the traits of good leader. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khbeocul.rtf
Beowulf’s Heroic Qualities
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This 5 page report discusses “The
Adventures of Beowulf” and how it presents characters of epic and
heroic proportions. Heroism such as that presented by Beowulf
have shaped human ideals throughout the centuries regarding what
it means to be a hero and how heroic action is personified.
Beowulf is all that could be asked for in a good warrior -- bold,
powerful, and loyal, as well as smart, expressive, courteous,
and, above all, committed to serving his people. He is, in many
ways, the ultimate hero. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWwulfro.wps
Bitter Lemons
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A review of Lawrence Durrell's account of his experience in Cyprus as portrayed in 'Bitter Lemons'.
Filename: JLcyprus.rtf
Blake's "Songs of Innocence" and "Experience" Compared
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A seven page paper comparing poems in William Blake's "Songs of Innocence and Experience." Specific poems discussed are "The Little Black Boy," "The Lamb," "The Tyger," two variants of "The Chimney Sweep," and two variants of "Little Girl Lost". Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: KBblake2.wps
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