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British Library: Discovering Literature: Heroes and Heroines
Discover some of the earliest heroes and heroines in English literature, from Beowulf to King Arthur. What are the typical characteristics of a medieval hero, and what can this reveal about society in the Middle Ages?
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History's Heroes: Harriet Martineau (1802 1876)
This website explores the lives of heroic ordinary people who made their mark on history. Features illustrated story and timeline on Harriet Martineau, author and social reformer. Find out who she was, what she did, her achievements, and...
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British Library: Discovering Literature: Monsters and Heroes in Beowulf
This article tries to figure out the meaning of monsters in Beowulf, comparing the hero with Grendel, Grendel's mother, and the dragon.
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Classic Reader: The Evil Shepherd by E. Phillips Oppenheim
This is the full text of the novel The Evil Shepherd by E. Phillips Oppenheim; a former defense attorney turned righteous crusader is the hero of this blockbuster novel from an early master of the thriller genre.
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Classic Reader: Friends, Though Divided by G. A. Henty
This is the full text of the novel Friends, Though Divided by G. A. Henty. England is torn by a great conflict between the Cavaliers and the Roundheads. The two heroes, Harry Furness and Herbert Rippinghall, are on opposite sides of the...
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The Quotations Page: Lord Alfred Tennyson
Students and teachers will benefit from these examples of quotes from Lord Alfred Tennyson. This site offers only a handful of examples. Don't miss out.