Examples Of Distortion In Beowulf

The irrational nature of human thought can create a false reality from which actions are created. In the epic poem beowulf, the actions of the characters is representative of there distorted view of the people and the world around them. As evidenced by the actions of the characters in the epic poem, the gray morning described in the text reflects the sense of distortion throughout the text.
When faced with any amount of resistance grendel's distorted views of himself world around him begin to crumble. When challenged by beowulf, grendel does not fight and wants only to run after he is no longer the most powerful being in the battle. During the battle, the moment grendel’s arm is seized by beowulf, “His mind was flooded with fear—but nothing