1. Beowulf
For example, his swimming match against his friend Breca, where the two raced across the ocean to see who was the better swimmer. ... Which is also one of the main themes that the poet develops about the issue of aging. ... The poet's treatment and portrayal of Beowulf and Hrothgar develop certain themes about the issue and process of growing older and aging. ... The theme of wisdom coming with age is mostly seen in the portrayal of Hrothgar, as we can see the wisdom he has attainted through his counseling of Beowulf, and passes it on. ... For example, how Beowulf still goes out to figh...
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