Statements (264)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:monsters
gptkb:novel gptkb:character |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:graphic_novel gptkb:stage_play |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:films
|
| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:character_development |
Grendel's perspective
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
Grendel vs. Beowulf
Grendel vs. humanity |
| gptkbp:created_by |
Unknown author
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| 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
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Fantasy
|
| gptkbp:has |
superhuman strength
|
| gptkbp:has_ability |
superhuman strength
|
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:Hrothgar
|
| gptkbp:has_enemies |
gptkb:Heorot
the mead hall |
| gptkbp:has_parent |
gptkb:Cain
gptkb:Grendel's_mother gptkb:Grendel's_Mother |
| gptkbp:has_relationship_with |
his mother
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Grendel
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| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:Postmodern_literature
Modern fantasy literature |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:Norse_mythology
gptkb:philosophy 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:cultural_heritage
gptkb:fictional_character gptkb:antagonist gptkb:monsters gptkb:mythical_creatures gptkb:cultural_icon gptkb:cultural_reference 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:heroes
|
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
loneliness
brutality rage |
| gptkbp:is_compared_to |
gptkb:Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:is_considered_to_be |
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_described_as_having |
sharp claws
scaly skin a fierce roar a terrifying presence a fearsome appearance a monstrous form a monstrous appetite |
| gptkbp:is_driven_by |
anger
hunger |
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
gptkb:literary_analysis
philosophical discussions modern retellings the context of existentialism themes of good vs evil the context of morality the context of heroism |
| gptkbp:is_feared_by |
gptkb:the_warriors_of_Heorot
gptkb:light the Danes |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:films |
| 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:tragic_figure
a creature of the night a creature of legend a misunderstood monster a lonely creature |
| gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
a tragic villain
a representation of evil a metaphor for inner demons a representation of chaos a reflection of human fears |
| gptkbp:is_opposed_by |
gptkb:light
gptkb:Beowulf gptkb:Hrothgar |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Norse_mythology
gptkb:poetry 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_portrayed_as |
gptkb:art
various films a tragic figure a villain a tragic anti-hero a symbol of chaos a creature of vengeance a being of sorrow |
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
modern literature
|
| gptkbp:is_related_to |
gptkb:monsters
the biblical story of Cain and Abel |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:various_adaptations gptkb:literature a misunderstood being |
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
evil
|
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:lives_in |
gptkb:mere
gptkb:ponds the moors |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Grendel
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| 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 |
First-person
Non-linear Fragmented Multiple perspectives |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Beowulf
|
| gptkbp:published_year |
gptkb:1971
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Scandinavia
|
| gptkbp:strength |
superhuman
|
| gptkbp:style |
Philosophical dialogue
Stream of consciousness |
| gptkbp:symbolism |
The dragon
The hero The mead hall |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:Isolation
Existentialism Monstrosity |
| gptkbp:user_experience |
isolation
|
| gptkbp:was_executed_by |
gptkb:Beowulf
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Mask
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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