Beowulf's Resolve
The Story of Beowulf by Henry Pitz
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Plot Points:
- Beowulf is sitting within the drinking-room of the king of Hygelac as the Wanderer gives the tale of Grendel
- Sitting there, a fire is lit within Beowulf and he commits to kill the beast
- As the Wanderer finishes the tale, Beowulf stands up and shouts he will kill the beast
- He says he owes a debt to king Hygelac for his father's sake
- The room agrees with him, that he is the best suited for the job and that he should leave immediately
- Agreeing, Beowulf packs and leaves to fight the beast
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