One of the first things to notice is Beowulf’s boasting personality. He lets us know early on that he wants everyone in his land and even everyone in the world to fully understand and believe the pride in his heart. As stated on “When it comes to fighting, I count myself...as dangerous any day as Grendel” (Heaney). This represents how Beowulf firmly thinks that he is as strong and violent as Grendel, the fierce monster haunting Heorot. With that being said, he actually does fulfill his boast and defeats mighty Grendel in battle, saving the Danes. In the words of a critic from independent.co.uk, “Beowulf is a confident character that you would expect to have a dark destiny ahead
One of the first things to notice is Beowulf’s boasting personality. He lets us know early on that he wants everyone in his land and even everyone in the world to fully understand and believe the pride in his heart. As stated on “When it comes to fighting, I count myself...as dangerous any day as Grendel” (Heaney). This represents how Beowulf firmly thinks that he is as strong and violent as Grendel, the fierce monster haunting Heorot. With that being said, he actually does fulfill his boast and defeats mighty Grendel in battle, saving the Danes. In the words of a critic from independent.co.uk, “Beowulf is a confident character that you would expect to have a dark destiny ahead