When comparing Beowulf to another hero, real or fiction, the first character that may come to mind might not be from a 21st century children’s cartoon. However, there is one character just like this that I find very similar to Beowulf. She might have a few differences, but she possesses many of the same qualities that, I believe, make Beowulf a true hero. They were both born into worlds unlike our own, have the same physical attributes, have the same leadership qualities, and are admired by those
What is Beowulf about? Beowulf is a warrior, who proves bravery, loyalty, and fame. He is put into situations and will use those skills to get through his obstacles. To start off, Beowulf is an epic poem which was written by Burton Raffel. Beowulf is one of the earliest poems composed in England around the 8th century. It describes a world of heroes and monsters, losses and victories, and life and death. The story is originally from the Anglo-Saxon culture from 500-1600 AD. The poem revolves around