Fame In Beowulf

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In the story Beowulf, one of the major themes is fame. Throughout the story, the main exploit was to get famous. To have people remember why that person is famous. In fact, these circumstances still happens now. Beowulf, Hrothgar, and Grendel still connect to today's culture through different ways they became famous. Throughout the story, Beowulf prime goal was to have his name remember and have great fortune. In order to do this, he would have to engage in battles, as well as win them. Beowulf first battle was Grendel. He won, but unfortunately he had to fight again to Grendel mother. He won again so he receive his fame as promise. After fifty years, Beowulf was called to fight a dragon. With the help of Wiglaf, they won but