The present space is meant to create opportunities for students to study the most important features of epic poetry and namely:

• characterization
• setting
• the use of language

in epic poetry so as to be able to understand the context od its widespread.
Consider also:

1. Old English Language and Culture
2. English Epic Heroes
3. The Anglo-Saxons

Listen and Watch: Anglo-Saxon Literature and Beowulf.

• Beowulf
•  A Video                        
• Visit the Beowulf Room
• A short introduction.