English literature has a lot of important masterpieces. They are so precious. One of the most important masterpieces is Beowulf. It is magnificent work. And also it is the oldest surviving poem in English literature.
Beowulf is the earliest piece of vernacular European literature. It was written in old english, the language of the Saxons. It tells story of Beowulf, hero and warrior who fought and conquered several monsters that terrorized Denmark and Sweden.The epic poem elements of Anglo-Saxon culture with Christian moral values and this event reflected perfectly.
Beowulf is divided into two parts. The action in the first part takes place in Denmark, where Hrotgar is king. The second part, set in sweden, provides an account of Beowulf as an old man who must rid his country of fearsome dragon.
Briefly Beowulf is the hero and title character of an Anglo Saxon epic poem.It takes place in the 5th and 6th centuries but was written between 8th and 11th centuries.One of the most precious masterpieces in English literature.
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