Whereas the youthful Beowulf, having nothing to lose, desires personal glory, the aged Hrothgar, having much to lose, seeks protection for his people. ... He is the "ring-giver' or the "treasure-giver"; his seat of power is the "gift-throne". ... Behavior that's admired is the path to power among people everywhere". ... When his sword fails him he uses his physical strength: "On the might of his hand, as a man must do who thinks to win in the welter of battle Enduring glory; he fears not death". ...

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• Approx Pages: 12

The people of that time did not believe that they possessed free will, or had power and control to determine how things will happen. ... He is well aware of that, "but as king of the people [he] shall pursue this fight for the glory of winning" (lines 2513-2514). ...

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

The people of time did not believe that they possess free will, or have power and control to determine how things will happen. ... He is well aware of that, "but as king of the people [he] shall pursue this fight for the glory of winning" (lines 2513-2514). ...

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