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Book SynopsisCause and Effect in Beowulf traces the mental processes governing the characters in the highly dramatic epic poem Beowulf. The book focuses on the driving forces underlying the characters'' actions, words, and attitudes, with special attention paid to Beowulf''s zealous pursuit of heroic glory.
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Abbreviations Chapter 3 Brave Men on a Beach Chapter 4 The Meeting of Hero and King Chapter 5 The Banquet of the Verbal Duel Chapter 6 The Unconventional Combat Chapter 7 The Celebration of Triumph Chapter 8 Crisis Renewed Chapter 9 The Pursuit of Glory Chapter 10 The Underwater Foray Chapter 11 Return and Renewed Celebration Chapter 12 "Hail and Farewell!" Chapter 13 The Triumphant Return Home Chapter 14 The Last Challenge Chapter 15 Beowulf's Final Fight Chapter 16 The Religious Duality Chapter 17 Where the Paths of Glory Lead Chapter 18 Bibliography Chapter 19 Index
