Even though we should be qualifying Grendel as the most monstrous figure in Beowulf, the descendant of Cain has a more sympathetic portrayal in our translation. Who becomes the monster? Perhaps many of you would place Beowulf in that category with his penchant of bragging, tall tales, gratuitous violence, and obsession with blood, gore, and glory.
Next time around we will finish up the remaining portions of Bewoulf, look at Life in 999, and analyze Gilgamesh.
Don't forget your essay is due by 2:30 p.m. on Friday - whether you are in class or not.
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