There are quite a few models of powerful women in this epic-Grendel's mother, for example-but none is more expressive of true Anglo-Saxon culture than Wealhtheow. ... Throughout the entire poem, Wealhtheow "is the embodiment of concord" (Camargo 115). ... This man is none other than the legendary warrior, Beowulf, the hero of the poem "Beowulf". ... The heroes of both Anglo-Saxon literature and culture had to have the characteristics of both heroes and warriors. ... Fortunately, there are some stories and poems that have survived that time and made it to modern day. ...

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• Grade Level: High School