Which character is described in these lines?

"Too loathsome and lasting. Not longer he tarried,
But one night after continued his slaughter
Shameless and shocking, shrinking but little
From malice and murder; they mastered him fully."

Higelac

Beowulf

Grendel

Hrothgar

Question

Which character is described in these lines?

"Too loathsome and lasting. Not longer he tarried,
But one night after continued his slaughter
Shameless and shocking, shrinking but little
From malice and murder; they mastered him fully."

 Higelac

 Beowulf

 Grendel

 Hrothgar

anonymous · Answer

If you could help me understand these characters as well that'd be great. Very confused on who is who.

anonymous · Answer

Do you know which piece of work these characters are from? I have a feeling you don't.

anonymous · Answer

What Legends Are Made Of: Beowulf???

@Smores

anonymous · Answer

Please read it before-hand and come back here when you are done. It is a very nice read so I suggest it.

anonymous · Answer

Where can I find this at? Im only given a very short part to answer the questions with.. @Smores

anonymous · Answer

It is most likely in your lesson. :)