1. Beowulf: A hero
It is easy to feel that these characteristics separate from the realistic nature of the story, and give the impression that Beowulf is more like a myth than a man. ... This is what makes Beowulf a true hero. ... Loyalty to the Anglo-Saxons was heroic; however, the tale of Beowulf has lived on so many years for a greater reason than Beowulf being a loyal and moral individual. ... He fears more than the reader actually sees. ... Beowulf is most definitely an epic hero of epic proportions, and a hero of the ages. ...
- Word Count: 1723
- Approx Pages: 7
- Grade Level: High School