Anglo-Saxons had a different idea of what a hero should be. Their hero did not shoot spiderwebs or fly through the air. Instead he was a seemingly invincible person with all theextraordinary traits required of a hero. Beowulf is the ultimate hero of Anglo-Saxon times. Beowulf is able to use his super-human physical strength and courage to put his people before himself. He encounters hideous monsters and the most ferocious beasts but he never fears …showed first 75 words of 734 total…

…showed last 75 words of 734 total…positive or a fatal outcome. Beowulf is the ultimate hero of Anglo-Saxon times. His bravery and strength surpass all mortal men; loyalty and the ability to think of himself last makes him adored by all. Beowulf came openly and wholeheartedly to help the Danes which was an unusual occurrence in a time of war and wide-spread fear. He set an extraordinary example for all human beings relaying the need of brotherhood and friendship. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**