Statements (264)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:novel gptkb:character |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Monarch
gptkb:superhero |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:graphic_novel gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:films
|
| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:Beowulf
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| gptkbp:character_development |
Grendel's perspective
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| gptkbp:conflict |
Grendel vs. Beowulf
Grendel vs. humanity |
| gptkbp:convicted_of |
gptkb:Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:created_by |
Unknown author
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Positive
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Referenced in popular culture
Studied in literature courses Influenced adaptations |
| gptkbp:defeated |
gptkb:Beowulf
heroic strength |
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
an outsider
a reflection of humanity a product of his lineage |
| gptkbp:descendant |
gptkb:Cain
|
| gptkbp:enemy |
gptkb:Beowulf
gptkb:Heorot the mead hall |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Fantasy
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| gptkbp:has |
superhuman strength
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| gptkbp:has_ability |
superhuman strength
superhuman |
| gptkbp:has_child |
gptkb:Cain
gptkb:Grendel's_mother gptkb:Grendel's_Mother |
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:Hrothgar
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| gptkbp:have |
sharp claws
scaly skin a fierce roar a terrifying presence a fearsome appearance a monstrous form a monstrous appetite |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Grendel
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:Postmodern_literature
Modern fantasy literature |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Beowulf
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| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:deity Literary criticism |
| gptkbp:is |
a tragic figure
a creature of darkness a creature of the night a character in literature a source of fear a symbol of evil a representation of chaos a symbol of the unknown a being of immense power a descendant of monsters a figure of horror a character that represents evil a creature that embodies fear a creature that is ultimately defeated a figure of darkness and despair a foe of humanity a monster in folklore a monster that terrorizes the Danes feared by the Danes |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:political_movement gptkb:fictional_character gptkb:artifact gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:superhero gptkb:character character in poetry character in epic poetry figure in folklore character in folklore character in operas figure in cultural studies figure in literary criticism character in video games symbol of chaos figure in storytelling traditions character in epic tales character in mythology literary antagonist character in adaptations character in fantasy literature symbol of monstrosity figure in art figure in graphic novels figure of horror character in animated adaptations symbol of the outsider character in modern retellings creature of the night symbol of human fears symbol of darkness figure in theatrical adaptations figure in ancient tales character in adaptations of Beowulf figure in Anglo-Saxon literature figure in classic literature figure in horror stories figure in medieval stories figure of terror descendant of Cain foe of mankind |
| gptkbp:is_affected_by |
human emotions
the sound of music |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
darkness
the night the theme of isolation the concept of monstrosity |
| gptkbp:is_challenged_by |
gptkb:legend
|
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
loneliness
brutality rage |
| gptkbp:is_compared_to |
gptkb:Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a complex character
a monster a literary icon a tragic monster |
| gptkbp:is_described_as |
Old English
Old English literature a creature of darkness a giant Fearsome first person perspective a creature of legend a figure of fear a solitary figure a fearsome beast a fearsome creature a creature of folklore a shadowy figure a fearsome opponent monstrous creature a monstrous being a descendant of monsters shadow of death a fearsome foe a being of darkness a creature of night a bloodthirsty creature a night stalker a relentless attacker a terror of the night |
| gptkbp:is_driven_by |
anger
hunger |
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
gptkb:literary_work
philosophical discussions modern retellings the context of existentialism themes of good vs evil the context of morality the context of heroism |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:films
gptkb:video_game |
| gptkbp:is_from |
gptkb:Scandinavia
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
his environment
|
| gptkbp:is_inhabited_by |
the dark
the moors the marshes |
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
the battle with Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
his strength
his tragic fate his tragic backstory his monstrous nature his brutal attacks his violent nature attacking Heorot his fear of light his nightly raids killing warriors attacking Heorot Hall his lineage from Cain his relentless pursuit of prey |
| gptkbp:is_linked_to |
the theme of conflict
the theme of alienation the theme of monstrosity |
| gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
gptkb:jealousy
survival instincts rage a quest for identity a desire for connection |
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
the supernatural
fear and dread the unknown. |
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
gptkb:Beowulf
other monsters in literature |
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
gptkb:earthquake
a creature of the night a tragic villain a creature of legend a representation of evil a metaphor for inner demons a representation of chaos a reflection of human fears a misunderstood monster a lonely creature |
| gptkbp:is_opposed_by |
gptkb:Beowulf
gptkb:tank gptkb:Hrothgar |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:deity
gptkb:poet Anglo-Saxon literature the hero's journey the Beowulf epic the epic tradition the Beowulf narrative the epic poem Beowulf the conflict in Beowulf the lore of Beowulf |
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
modern literature
|
| gptkbp:is_related_to |
gptkb:mythological_figure
the biblical story of Cain and Abel |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
gptkb:various_adaptations
gptkb:literary_work gptkb:film a misunderstood being |
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
evil
|
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:lives_in |
gptkb:lake
gptkb:mere the moors |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Grendel
|
| gptkbp:motif |
The nature of evil
The search for meaning The role of the outsider The cycle of violence The absurdity of existence |
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
First-person
Non-linear Fragmented Multiple perspectives |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:artwork
various films a tragic figure a villain a tragic anti-hero a symbol of chaos a creature of vengeance a being of sorrow |
| gptkbp:published_year |
gptkb:1971
|
| gptkbp:relationship |
his mother
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Scandinavia
|
| gptkbp:style |
Philosophical dialogue
Stream of consciousness |
| gptkbp:symbolism |
The dragon
The hero The mead hall |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:Isolation
Existentialism Monstrosity |
| gptkbp:threats |
gptkb:the_warriors_of_Heorot
gptkb:tank the Danes |
| gptkbp:user_experience |
isolation
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