The Cruelty Of Grendel's Mother In Beowulf

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Grendel’s mother, who is characterized as a villain in Beowulf because, she murders Aeschere, Hrothgar’s advisor, and her violent attempt at avenging her son, Grendel. After Grendel’s death, Beowulf is showered in gifts and goes elsewhere. Afterwards, Grendel’s Mother approaches Herot Hall and “once [she] / attacked and entered” she slaughtered many people including Aeschere (1281-1282). To take revenge, Grendel’s Mother kills Hrothgar’s dearest friend and many others. The cruelty of Grendel’s Mother to gain revenge for her child is displayed, showing her true nature. After the attack, Grendel’s Mother heads back to her home at the marshes and Beowulf arrives and is caught up on what happened with Grendel’s mother and promises that he will
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