Beowulf Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A summary of the story Beowulf for English literature. Explained with context. Written in English, for VWO.

This document is perfect if you aim for a wide and complete knowledge about English medieval literature (even for a first approach into lit, in fact there's also a section dedicated to literary devices and simple explanations) . There are the most significant sources such as the Tapestry of Bayeux and the Domesday Book. History of Anglo-Saxons, Romans and Normans. Evolution of English language, the historical context of Christianity, Castles, Army and Feudal System. Finally, Beowulf literary wo...

the analysis of beowulf, plot, characters, themes

Een super duidelijk overzicht van Engelse literatuur vanaf de Middeleeuwen tot en met de Renaissance. Elk concept is uitbundig en helder uitgelegd! Alle verhalen worden uitgelegd en de geschiedenis erbij ook (context). In de inhoudsopgave zijn alle onderwerpen te vinden. Heel veel positieve reacties op dit overzicht van medeleerlingen. Geschreven voor VWO (4), in het Engels. 33 pagina's.

These are summaries of the stories in Beowulf.

I Really like this book and it’s most exciting bit about pieces of literature is that they always show the real life things, and characters of the real world. Beowulf is an of such literature and I not only like the poem but also have a great love for Beowulf the person itself - Specifically, I love the poem for its simulation of a typical society where there come times when tribulations make challenges and is needed to help intervene. On the other hand, my admiration for Beowulf is becau...