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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight ENG 273: World Literature

History Medieval Europe (14th Century) Written in Middle English Unknown Author Dubbed “Pearl Poet” or “Gawain Poet” based on the content of the manuscript Genre: Chivalric Romance Hero = Knight Goes on a Quest Not “mushy” romance, but emphasis on: Courtly manners/love Chivalry Damsels in distress

Characters King Arthur Queen Guinevere Knights of the Round Table Sir Gawain The Green Knight Medieval “Green Man” Folklore related to nature, seasons, rebirth Lord and Lady Bertilak The Ugly Woman

Plot King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table Christmas in Camelot Green Knight’s Challenge Gawain’s Promise Gawain’s Search for the “Green Chapel” Temptation in the Castle Final Confrontation

The Code of Chivalry Rules of Behavior Morality Popularized in literature

Key Themes Critique of Chivalry Heroism vs. Cowardice Test of Honor Appearance vs. Reality Words vs. Deeds Heroism vs. Cowardice Test of Honor Temptation Loyalty Honesty Perfection vs. Flawed Humanity Photo by Viona Ilegems http://www.viona-ielegems.com/portfolio/#107-portfolio/1820