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Reading this specific edition for GoT history class. My notes so far have mainly included similarities between Grendel and the white walkers; and Beowulf and Jon Snow. It's important to the people in this book that they know each other's lineages, and (no spoilers) Jon Snow's lineage is more important than his deeds as well.
Beowulf says "I have learned that the monster, in his recklessness, does not care to use weapons; then, so that Hygelac, my lord, may rejoice over me in his heart, I will scorn to bear a sword or broad shield to the battle...." I thought of Ned Stark and the "precious honor" he taught his sons.
And more like this! Interesting read if you are specifically trying to find comparisons with GoT and see possible influences. More interesting to do it this way than to appreciate the ancient writing as a standalone, in my opinion.
Beowulf says "I have learned that the monster, in his recklessness, does not care to use weapons; then, so that Hygelac, my lord, may rejoice over me in his heart, I will scorn to bear a sword or broad shield to the battle...." I thought of Ned Stark and the "precious honor" he taught his sons.
And more like this! Interesting read if you are specifically trying to find comparisons with GoT and see possible influences. More interesting to do it this way than to appreciate the ancient writing as a standalone, in my opinion.