Beowulf, an epic written between the 8th and 11th century was first told in Anglo-Saxton England. ... Beowulf and Sir Gawain are epic heroes, not because they fought many battles, but because they both upheld a moral and ethical integrity that has yet to be seen in their peers. ... This epic takes place in a time where loyalty is one of the most important traits that a hero, or any warrior for that matter. ... He was known as a great fighter, a great king, and a great hero. ... He possessed something that was not seen in his counter parts, which is why he is an epic hero. ...

• Word Count: 2599
• Approx Pages: 10
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Beowulf, an epic written between the 8th and 11th century was first told in Anglo-Saxton England. This epic follows a young, brave, and powerful warrior who risks his life to save and protect others. ... Beowulf and Sir Gawain are epic heroes, not because they fought many battles, but because they both uphold a moral and ethical integrity that has yet to be seen in their peers. ... This epic takes place in a time where loyalty is one of the most important traits that a hero, or any warrior for that matter should have. ... He possessed something was not seen in his counter parts, which is why...

• Word Count: 2583
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School

In many epic stories and poems, authors have been successful in conveying basic human concepts through intricately crafted supernatural characters. ... These mythic figures were later used in many Greek epic poems and some of them were portrayed as the mortal hero's adversaries and sought to destroy him. ... The heroes must endure countless threats against them that seek to destroy them, as well as keeping them from reaching their homeland. ... Needless to say, Poseidon was none too pleased and decided to teach the mortal hero a hard learned lesson. ... Their own supernatural ability lies...

• Word Count: 2649
• Approx Pages: 11
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School