Heroic Identity in the World Of <i>Beowulf</i> |
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| Author:
| Gwara, Scott |
| Series title: | Medieval and Renaissance Authors and Texts |
| ISBN: | 978-90-04-17170-1 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2008 |
| Publisher: | BRILL
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $242.00 |
Book Description:
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In exploring the identities of foreign fighters seeking glory abroad, this revisionist book challenges the traditional view of Beowulf as a "hero." Beowulf emphasizes the obligations attending excellence and the temptation of power, both personal and civic.
In exploring the identities of foreign fighters seeking glory abroad, this revisionist book challenges the traditional view of Beowulf as a "hero." Beowulf emphasizes the obligations attending excellence and the temptation of power, both personal and civic.