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Essay Archive - The Ideals Of Knighthood In Sir Gawain And The Green Knight
The Ideals Of Knighthood In Sir Gawain And The Green Knight
In the medieval poem, Sir Gawain and The Green Knight, the poet, whose identity is unknown, speaks of the ideals of knighthood by describing chronicles of Sir Gawain, the noblest knight of King Arthur's court. Gawain accepts a challenge from the Green Knight and therefore must go on a quest to seek the Green Chapel and fulfill his bargain. Throughout the story, the poet presents Gawain as the classic example of a true knight by displaying instances of his loyalty, honor, courage, courtesy and purity.
An example of his loyalty occurs ....
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