Grendel sees no difference between killing a human and a cow, so it is evident that he does not hold them in particularly high esteem. He is, however, intrigued by their philosophies. I imagine that the correct answer would be A. unrestrained and arrogant.
In his version of Grendel, author John Champlin Gardner
makes another version of the classic tale.
This it told from the view of the monster Grendel. The changes that he made were that the
monster is more a desolate outcast who shares some characteristics with his
human enemies.
In Gardner's "Grendel," Grendel classifies humans as being "unrestrained and arrogant." This means that Grendel believes that humans display a lack of self-control and possess an exaggerated sense of their own importance or abilities. Grendel sees humans as proud and boastful creatures who do not have modesty and are willing to go to great lengths to achieve their goals, often at the expense of others.
This classification is evident throughout the novel as Grendel observes the actions and behaviors of humans. He witnesses their violent tendencies, their desire for power and control, and their willingness to exploit and manipulate others to achieve their ambitions. Grendel finds humans to be self-serving and driven by their own desires, which leads him to view them as unrestrained and arrogant beings.
It is important to note that Grendel's classification of humans is subjective and based on his own observations and experiences. Other characters or individuals within the story may have different perspectives on human nature. Understanding different characters' viewpoints can contribute to a deeper analysis and interpretation of the themes presented in the novel.
Grendel sees no difference between killing a human and a cow, so it is evident that he does not hold them in particularly high esteem. He is, however, intrigued by their philosophies. I imagine that the correct answer would be A. unrestrained and arrogant.
In his version of Grendel, author John Champlin Gardner
makes another version of the classic tale.
This it told from the view of the monster Grendel. The changes that he made were that the
monster is more a desolate outcast who shares some characteristics with his
human enemies.
Grendel in a Beowulf story was described
ambiguously. His qualities are ancients however he is capable of human thoughts
such as rationalization and intellectualization. He could also experience
emotions that makes him more human as people in the story observed him. He was
also described (in the story) as a ‘resurrected Christ’.