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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

By Keith Harrison

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight Classics

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is probably the most skillfuly told story in the whole of the English Arthurian cycle. Originating from the north-west midlands of England, it is based on two ancient Celtic motifs--the Beheading and the Exchange of Winnings--brought together by the anonymous 14th century author. Acclaimed poet Keith Harrison's new translation uses a modern alliterative pattern which subtly echoes the music of the original at the same time it strives for fidelity. This is the most generously annotated edition available, complete with a detailed introduction which situates the work in the context of Arthurian Romance and analyzes its poetics and narrative structure.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
160
Release Date:
2008-09-11
Publication Date:
2008-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0199540160
ISBN13:
9780199540167
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
113 g
Height:
127 cm
Width:
191 cm
Thickness:
13 cm
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