Beowulf and the Hero Archetype

Beowulf and the “Hero” Archetype
Courage, strength, wits, and endurance are all qualities one would use to describe a hero. Beowulf is no different. In the epic Beowulf, he is the hero of ancient England, and must overcome seemingly impossible tasks to protect his people. Not only does he display strength and cunning when he defeats monsters, he does it in a proud, dignified manner, perfect for a hero of that time. Although the story was written hundreds of years ago, the qualities that Beowulf portrays still fit the mold of the classic hero that we see in movies and television today.
First of all, Beowulf possesses aw...