In the epic poem Beowulf, the author uses alliteration to help emphasize the descriptive nature of the words by displaying it in the elucidation of characters. Examples are when the author narrates people, things, and actions like Grendel, Hrothgar's mead hall, and a sailing boat. When the author uses alliteration, it makes the story more interesting. It also gives the story a more lulling, lyrical effect. Lastly, it enables a connection to the poem, almost like they're in it. The author describes Grendel with alliteration many times throughout the story. An example is when they write: "to feast his fill of the flesh of men." This sentence may seem arduous to read to some people, but it makes the words of the sentence pop out more individually.