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Beowulf: History

Beowulf: History. Beowulf is the first great work of English literature Oral epic handed down by story-tellers Composed sometime between 700 A.D. and 750 A.D., although the setting is much older Setting is Northumbria (Northeastern England).

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CAESURA

CAESURA. A pause in a line of verse dictated by sense or natural speech rhythm. . LYRIC. Words that accompany music. (Since Beowulf was passed down orally, most of it could have/would have been sung). EPIC. A long narrative poem about the exploits of a national hero. EPIC HERO.

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Beowulf

Beowulf. Leader of the Geats. Background. Epic Poem- Long, narrative poem. Usually contains important historical detail and a hero. Anglo- Saxtons -Old English, battles and conquers 400-1066. Beowulf. Wasn’t written down at first Wasn’t written until the 1000 AD ,

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