Why is Beowulf taught by so many teachers?

Beowulf is not only great written literature, but like many great myths, it is also a powerful story that holds deep psychological truths. It tells of a journey - a life journey. read more

Beowulf is not only great written literature, but like many great myths, it is also a powerful story that holds deep psychological truths. It tells of a journey - a life journey. The Danish town in the story is beset by the depredations of the demon monster, Grendel. read more

Many teachers, scholars, literary critics, and even students have argued and continue to argue that there is no merit in studying the Anglo-Saxon poem Beowulf. However, there are three key reasons why Beowulf is a valid unit of study in high school English today. read more