Anglo-Saxons had a different idea of what a hero should be. Their hero did not shoot spiderwebs or fly through the air. Instead he was a seemingly invincible person with all theextraordinary traits required of a hero. Beowulf is the ultimate hero of Anglo-Saxon times. Beowulf is able to use his super-human physical strength and courage to put his people before himself. He encounters hideous monsters and the most ferocious beasts but he never fears …
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…positive or a fatal outcome. Beowulf is the ultimate hero of Anglo-Saxon times. His bravery and strength surpass all mortal men; loyalty and the ability to think of himself last makes him adored by all. Beowulf came openly and wholeheartedly to help the Danes which was an unusual occurrence in a time of war and wide-spread fear. He set an extraordinary example for all human beings relaying the need of brotherhood and friendship. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**