The legendary poem Beowulf is a work of the Anglo-Saxons. It is thrilling, bumpy, and can be confusing if every detail is on taken into account ride through out the poem. There are many themes I could identify throughout Beowulf but there is one main theme focused on Beowulf himself; heroic. In the Anglo-Saxon era Beowulf was classified as an ideal hero; intelligent, courageous, and strong physically and mentally. There is ample evidence in the poem to show the characteristics of being a hero portrayed by Beowulf. I believe that Beowulf goes above and beyond to show his bravery and that he is a true hero. In the Anglo Saxon period to be distinguished as a hero, you had to demonstrate acts of kindness, honor, and boldness better known as bravery.
