Beowulf, Part 16: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Men and women decorate Heorot, whose walls and fittings bear severe damage from the creature’s escape.
2. The narrator reflects that everyone must face death, regardless of any attempt to escape it.
3. Hrothgar joins Hrothulf and the warriors at a joyful feast where the gathered friends practice no treachery.
4. Hrothgar gives Beowulf a golden standard, armor, a helmet, and a celebrated weapon.
5. Eight richly bridled horses enter the hall, including one bearing the king’s decorated battle saddle.
6. Hrothgar grants Beowulf control of the horses and weapons and encourages him to enjoy these rewards.

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