Part one of term paper
Beowulf the great Anglo-Saxon epic, which was composed around the year 700, presents readers with a glimpse into the life of Anglo-Saxons. Beowulf, written in poetic form, was translated by Burton Raffel. The tone of the epic is somber and relates the achievements of the hero Beowulf. This epic poem displays many contrast between good and ...

Part two of term paper
... and finally in his old age an evil dragon. King Hrothgar¹s love for his people and overall goodness is shown at the welcoming of Beowulf into his kingdom. Wiglaf was a Geat warrior and one of Beowulf¹s chosen band. Wiglaf is portrayed as good because of his decision to risk his life for Beowulf. When all of Beowulf¹s chosen band of Geats left him in his final battle with the dragon, Wiglaf was the only one that choose to stay and help his great King. In contrast, the characters of Grendel ...