Heroic identity in the world of Beowulf / by Scott Gwara.

In exploring the identities of foreign fighters seeking glory abroad, this revisionist book challenges the traditional view of Beowulf as a 'hero', who emphasizes the obligations attending excellence and the temptation of power, both personal and civic.

Bibliographic Details

Online Access:	Full Text (via ProQuest)
Main Author:	Gwara, Scott, 1962-
Format:	Electronic eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Leiden ; Boston : Brill, 2009.
Series:	Medieval and Renaissance authors and texts ; v. 2.
Subjects:	Beowulf. Beowulf Heroic virtue in literature. Epic poetry, English (Old) > History and criticism. Heroes in literature. Epic poetry, English (Old) Heroes in literature Heroic virtue in literature Criticism, interpretation, etc.