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Revenge Quotes In Beowulf

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Of Monsters and Men
There is a cycle of revenge throughout the story of Beowulf. Firstly, this is scene with Grendel and his killing of Hrothgar’s men. Secondly it is seen with Grendel’s mother killing Hrothgar’s most trusted advisor. Lastly this is seen with Beowulf killing the dragon for burning down his house. Grendel begins to kill Hrothgar’s men as they begin to celebrate the hall and victories of Hrothgar. This killing of Hrothgar’s men continues for twelve years. When Beowulf arrives, he claims that he will kill the beast. He even boasts that he will kill Grendel with his bare hands. When comes time to fight Grendel, Beowulf proves himself and kills Grendel. He does so with only his hands and, in an ironic twist, kills Grendel by tearing

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