In the essay, Tolkien also revealed how highly he regarded Beowulf: "Beowulf is among my most valued sources", and this influence may be seen throughout his Middle-earth legendarium.
No ensaio, Tolkien tamén revelou o importante que era para el o Beowulf: "Beowulf está entre as miñas fontes máis valoradas", e esta influencia pódese ver no seu legendarium da Terra Media.