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Beowulf

Beowulf. Manica Mariangela, Brosco Jessica, Ucciero Michela. Epic poem written by Anonymous language Anglo-Saxon ( Old English) about tenth century theme : heroes .

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Beowulf

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  1. Beowulf Manica Mariangela, Brosco Jessica, Ucciero Michela.

  2. Epicpoem • writtenbyAnonymous • languageAnglo-Saxon ( Old English) • abouttenthcentury • theme: heroes.

  3. HrothgarkingofDenmarkwasbeingattackedby a devouringmonster , namedGrendel . Hewasprotectedby a magicspell and couldnotbehurtbyweaponsmadeby man . Beowulf decidedto help Hrothgar

  4. Grendelentered in Hrothgar ‘s hall and Beowulf tore out oneofGrendel’s arms at the shoulder , Grendelretiredtohisrefuge .

  5. Beowulf followed the bloodtrailofGrendel’s arm. ThenhefoughtGrendel’s motherkillingher. Therewas a greatfeast in the hall to celebrate Beowulf’s victory.

  6. Afterfiftyyears Beowulf fought a fire-breathingdragon. Beowulf slayedthe dragon buthewasmortallywounded in the process.

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