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The Gendered Language of Power: Beowulf and Author-ity

Panel: 
Beowulf and Related Topics
Abstract: 

Gender, as a modern construction, constricts our reading of ancient texts and the social or political statements therein. In considering Beowulf, this paper addresses the role of women as authoritative voices both within and beyond the poem.

Presenter Information
First Name: 
Christina
Last Name: 
Fawcett
Institution: 
University of Glasgow