Beowulf, Part 8: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Hrothgar welcomes Beowulf as a defender and recalls how Beowulf’s father kills Heatholaf and seeks refuge among the Danes.
2. Hrothgar explains that he settles the feud by sending treasure to the Wilfings and receiving oaths from Beowulf’s father.
3. He describes Grendel’s destruction and the bloody mornings that follow his warriors’ promises to fight the monster.
4. Hrothgar invites Beowulf to feast and explain his intentions to the warriors.
5. The Geats take their seats, a retainer serves drink, and a poet sings as Danes and Weders rejoice together.

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Cosa notare

Hrothgar makes the human cost of Grendel’s attacks explicit. His depleted following explains the importance of Beowulf’s offer of help.

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