An Analysis Of Grendel's Apology To Humanity

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Hussain Almiskeen
04-11-14

Grendel’s Apology to Humanity
I am Grendel who once lived at the Danish neighborhood ruled by the righteous king Hrothgar who was just and fair in his kingship. I came from Cain’s ancestry. According to the bible, Cain is popularly known by Christians as the first person to commit murder. I was in isolation from humans because I came from a cursed lineage. I could not change the perception Hereots had about me as an evil monster. I did not prefer to be from Cain’s bloodline. People thought I was evil because I came from Cain’s lineage and as a result, they deemed me an outcast and did not want to associate with me.
Beowulf instructed his people to sing loudly in the king’s festivity to attract me. The noise that came from the golden halls of the Hereot irritated me and made me angry. I got annoyed because I could not join the Hereot and celebrate with them in the king’s feast. Everyone there was happy, and I could not stand it since I was not able to join in the celebration. Hrothger warned his men not to make merry because it provoked me, but they contin...

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