Yet another important aspect of heroic tradition existed in Greek society and it found its way into the literary tradition. ... One of the earliest heroic epics in English Literature is Beowulf. ... The main character Beowulf engages in the battle with two monsters Grendel and his mother in order to save the King Hrothgard and his subjects. "Beowulf possesses the qualities of valor, military prowess, loyalty, generosity, and honor. ... Heroism for Beowulf seems to be more physical in nature, where heroism of Gawain is of a more spiritual nature. ...

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