Though Beowulf can be read in multiple formats and through various translators, the version in the Norton Anthology was much easier to read than anticipated. There are several things to note about the story of Beowulf, from its comparisons and differences among other works of literature to its references of God Christianity. Having read many pieces of literature from Ancient Greek to Modern American, Beowulf carries many similarities and differences. For example, many of the Greek dramas focused on a protagonist who was often a tragic hero, believed in the Gods who had above human powers, who usually had some special skill of their own, and overcame unspeakable obstacles. In Beowulf, there is no Greek or Roman Gods per se, but there are monsters that exist and are difficult to beat. Beowulf is exceptionally strong, agile, and intelligent. He overcomes many obstacles such as killing Grendel and his mother or the others in the sea. Even the vast character list and meaningful names is parallel to those of other types of literature of the early eras. One part of the story that is interesting to ponder is the easiness in which the people assume Grendel is dead. Who knows what these creatures are really capable of? Perhaps Grendel can re-grow his arm and live a long and murderous life. They also never appeared to consider the possibility that if there was one monster, there may be more. The fact that these people, warriors or not, continued to sleep in the mead-hall, thinking that they could beat Grendel-for twelve years no less-is quite astounding. In fact, it is very hard to believe. Moving on, the imagery between light and dark versus good and evil gives a very foreboding quality to the stories. The shadows and darkness in the cave-the bright light that appears when Beowulf saves another day is only one example of several. The use of light and darkness to