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_Beowulf_ is an epic poem that, above all, gives us a vision of a time long ago; a time when the most important traits to have were courage and integrity. The only thing that could give such fame to somebody was heroic deeds and family lineage. Beowulf, as the example of pagan heroes, exhibited his desire to accumulate fame and fortune; the only way to do so was to avenge the death of others. This theme of retribution that is present throughout the whole poem seems to enrich the identities of its characters.

In _Beowulf_, revenge is represented with both an honest and rhetorical motives. Payback of monsters' offenses is Beowulf's path to the top: worldwide fame, infinite wealth, and unanimous respect. Grendel's violence is less by revenge than it is total frustration with his situation. Other characters' actions are fueled by wanting to settle scores. Aeschere was killed by Grendel's mother only because Beowulf killed Grendel. The last monster that is faced by the Hero of......

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