Essay Archive - King Arthur and Beowulf: A Comparison
King Arthur and Beowulf: A Comparison
Sir Thomas Malory brings forth a courageous character , "King
Arthur", utilizing weaponry and leadership, to enlighten the reader of the
unique characteristics of a true hero, on the other hand, the unknown
author of "Beowulf", depicts the Anglo-Saxan era to tell a story of one who
fights to better society. The noble King moves as a unit with his men and
pride to protect and serve the kinsmen of his realm. Beowulf wards off
evil, unaccompanied, with nothing but his hands.
As a distinct hero of the Medieval Period, King Arthur relied
great....
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