English IV British Literature Grade 12

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King Arthur and Beowulf Heroes or Anti-heroes?

• English IV British Literature Grade 12
• Barbara Kleinjan Sioux Valley Schools

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Arthur and Beowulf Men for the Ages

• Heroes or Anti-heroes
• 500 600 AD
• Legends vs. History
• Britain (Wales) Sweden (Denmark)
• Excalibur Naegling
• Numerous battle kills
• Slaughtered kin in battle

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Arthur and Beowulf Men for the Ages

• Incredible strength
• Saviors
• Kingdom builders
• Actual historical figures
• Grendel vs. Mordred
• Celts Eaters of the Dead

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Arthur and Beowulf Men for the Ages

• Christianity awareness
• Linked to the sea
• Sailing
• Seamanship
• Sword-making
• Homes (Caves and Grottos)

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Arthur and Beowulf Men for the Ages

• Older advisors
• Merlin and Hrothgar
• Loyal followers
• Lancelot and Breca
• Power Hungry
• Betrayal
• Incest
• Ruthlessness
• Blood thirsty

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Celts and Vikings
A Society in Transition
Scapegoat
Magic
Nutrition
Family Values
Sacrifice
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