| 单词 | Gawain |
| 例句 | "This is actually a rare and valuable artifact passed down for generations. Lancelot used it, so did Sir Gawain, and for a time the Black Knight kept it on a chain next to his heart." Freak The Mighty 1993-10-01T00:00:00Z Birtwistle’s big operas -- “The Mask of Orpheus”, “Gawain,” “The Second Mrs. Kong,” “The Last Supper” and most recently and most impressively, “The Minotaur” -- deal with primal subjects through deep, disturbing, profound music. Europe concert diary: Harrison Birtwistle at the Proms 2014-09-08T04:00:00Z This playground challenge results in a beheading and sends Gawain on a hallucinatory journey toward, around and through the inevitability of death. ‘The Green Knight’ Review: Monty Python and the Seventh Seal 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z You’re less likely to have seen the tale of Arthur’s nephew Gawain — the subject of the anonymous 14th-century poem “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight” — on the big screen. What’s on TV This Week: ‘The Thing About Pam’ and the Critics Choice Awards 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z Gawain was a rough, gangly giant whose kindness counted for more than his strange appearance. Review: Lauren Groff’s ‘Fates and Furies’ Features a Wife Who’s Full of Surprises 2015-09-06T04:00:00Z Set in the last days of Arthur's reign, the poem sees Tolkien tackling the old king's battle to save his country from Mordred the usurper, opening as Arthur and Gawain go to war. 'New' JRR Tolkien epic due out next year 2012-10-09T15:49:40Z Armitage previously translated “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight,” one of the three other poems contained in a document known as the Pearl Manuscript. The Strange Power of a Medieval Poem About the Death of a Child 2016-06-16T04:00:00Z The oldest is the 14th century’s “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight,” which will be getting a big-screen adaptation this summer, making it much less under-recognized. Review | ‘B-Side Books’ adds to your must-read stack with the best books you’ve never heard of 2021-06-10T04:00:00Z The four travelers meet Sir Gawain, the dead King Arthur’s nephew, now an ancient knight in rusted mail armor. Kazuo Ishiguro’s ‘The Buried Giant’ 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z Sir Gawain is a bit of a cad when we first meet him, a drunken layabout who’d rather woo than fight. Dev Patel, Starry Knight 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z As a poet with two literature degrees, I can’t resist a weird archaic poem about Celtic mythology — or a film adaptation of that poem, “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.” 10 Ways I Fed My Fandom(s) 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z A new David Lowery film is always reason for celebration and this time he’s taken on the 14th century poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. 10 things to be excited about at the movies this summer 2021-05-19T04:00:00Z There are long, idiosyncratic digressions in which he views his situation through various literary lenses – readings of Tintin, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Macbeth and the poetry of Plath. Give Me Everything You Have: On Being Stalked by James Lasdun – review 2013-02-16T14:00:01Z They stumble into Sir Gawain, a knight of King Arthur’s round table, “a whiskery old fool” who claims to be on his way to slay the she-dragon Querig and rid England of her amnesic curse. Review: Kazuo Ishiguro’s ‘The Buried Giant’ defies easy categorization 2015-02-24T05:00:00Z This is hardly a faithful cinematic rendering of the Gawain poem, if such a thing were even possible. ‘The Green Knight’ Review: Monty Python and the Seventh Seal 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Lyon does read “Gawain” in the end, and likes it: “Gawain was an act of anarchy against medieval poetry,” she concludes. The Remarkable Persistence of the Green Man 2016-03-07T05:00:00Z The question of whether Gawain is dreaming or awake — alive or dead, one self or another — is at times urgent, at times moot. ‘The Green Knight’ Review: Monty Python and the Seventh Seal 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z The series is a comic riff on the King Arthur legends, and in this book Sir Gawain the True gets a lesson in courtesy and friendship. 'Bigger Than a Bread Box' among tasty new novels for kids 2011-11-26T03:03:45Z The private eye was Chandler's twist on Lancelot or Gawain, tackling the rogue knights of Los Angeles' criminal underbelly or the robber barons up in Beverly Hills. A Mysterious Something in the Light: Raymond Chandler, A Life by Tom Williams – review 2012-08-16T07:00:01Z He asked if I'd like to write a libretto for Gawain. David Harsent: A life in writing 2011-02-21T08:00:00Z An electronic prop head for the Green Knight in Harrison Birtwhistle’s Gawain. The hidden treasures of Covent Garden: spangles, gilt and a singing green head 2013-04-14T13:10:16Z Armani is one of Patel’s most significant co-stars in the new medieval fantasy “The Green Knight,” in which the 31-year-old actor plays Sir Gawain, a would-be warrior who embarks on something of a suicide mission. Dev Patel, Starry Knight 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z When writing Gawain he had separate desks for his thriller and his opera work. David Harsent: A life in writing 2011-02-21T08:00:00Z They meet an old knight, Sir Gawain, who’s on his own quixotic quest and becomes their protector from a host of mundane and supernatural threats. For Kazuo Ishiguro, ‘The Buried Giant’ Is a Departure 2015-02-19T05:00:00Z Harrison Birtwistle’s “Gawain” is being presented, and Mr. Pereira has lined up a series of major commissions for the next several seasons. Music Review: Braunfels’s ‘Jeanne d’Arc’ Plays at the Salzburg Festival 2013-08-02T21:51:38Z There are meetings with enigmatic strangers like Sir Gawain, and close calls with murderous monks and a giant, doglike beast, and the ever-present lurking danger of the she-dragon Querig. Review: In ‘The Buried Giant,’ Ishiguro Revisits Memory and Denial 2015-02-23T05:00:00Z Grand names run in his family: His father was Gawain, his mother Antoinette. Review: Lauren Groff’s ‘Fates and Furies’ Features a Wife Who’s Full of Surprises 2015-09-06T04:00:00Z The actor Dev Patel gives a striking performance as Sir Gawain, a young knight who, in a bid for greatness, becomes a player in a deadly game against the mysterious Green Knight. 10 Ways I Fed My Fandom(s) 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z In a spellbinding event, translator Simon Armitage – celebrated for his version of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight – pondered the place of in our culture. A defence of poetry at the Hay festival 2010-06-01T21:40:00Z In Sir Gawain and the Green Knight he displayed his skill in his rendering of the alliterative verse of the 14th century into the same metre in modern English. 'New' JRR Tolkien epic due out next year 2012-10-09T15:49:40Z Part of the persistent charm of old texts like “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight” lies in their stubborn unknowability. ‘The Green Knight’ Review: Monty Python and the Seventh Seal 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Gawain takes the nutty nun to a ditch and knocks her block off as Merlin looks on and declares, "There is no god." Camelot: episode 10 2011-08-05T21:01:01Z The Salzburg Festival said Wednesday that it will be replaced on its schedule next summer by a production of Harrison Birtwistle's "Gawain" that opens July 26. Kurtag premiere in Salzburg delayed until 2014 2012-11-14T21:53:11Z The book includes a dragon, a mysterious boatman, an evil monk and Sir Gawain of Athurian legend. Ursula K. Le Guin slams new Kazuo Ishiguro novel 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z He is perhaps best known for 1971 orchestral work The Triumph of Time, as well as operas The Mask Of Orpheus, Gawain and The Minotaur. Sir Harrison Birtwistle: British composer dies aged 87 2022-04-19T04:00:00Z The Green Knight This 2021 medieval fantasy honors and deconstructs the classic 14th century poem “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.” What's on TV Saturday: ‘Stolen by Their Father’ on Lifetime; Oscar Isaac hosts ‘Saturday Night Live’ 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z Lowery’s film was already as weird as its source, the 14th century poem “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.” Medieval 'weirdness' in the score taps into the otherworldly feel of 'Green Knight' 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z First, a meaty, 35-minute overview has the director commenting on the original tale and justifying many of his creative alterations to the Gawain saga. ‘The Green Knight’ 4K Ultra HD movie review 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z What is the meaning of the ambiguous giants Gawain sees after eating mushrooms? Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z Other than Gawain, though, few names are mentioned here. Review | ‘The Green Knight’ casts a magical spell, full of pleasures and perplexities 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z Set in the England of King Arthur’s reign, the film stars Dev Patel as Sir Gawain, who takes up a challenge posed by another knight of mysterious origin. What's on TV Saturday: ‘Stolen by Their Father’ on Lifetime; Oscar Isaac hosts ‘Saturday Night Live’ 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z The score often comments on Gawain from an authorial perspective, rather than emanating from within him. Medieval 'weirdness' in the score taps into the otherworldly feel of 'Green Knight' 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z An impetuous Gawain jumps in and strikes the Green Knight with Excalibur, no less, and cuts off his head. ‘The Green Knight’ 4K Ultra HD movie review 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z But you said it, Justin: There’s a real dank, human lustiness to “The Green Knight” that brings the genteel, courtly ideals of Gawain’s social programming crumbling back down to Earth. Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z But there is a Merlin-like wizard figure, and the character of Gawain’s mother appears — or seems to appear, like Vikander’s characters — in more than one guise. Review | ‘The Green Knight’ casts a magical spell, full of pleasures and perplexities 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z David Lowery’s gorgeous and inventive adaptation of “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight” conjures magic in abundance. What's on TV Saturday: ‘Stolen by Their Father’ on Lifetime; Oscar Isaac hosts ‘Saturday Night Live’ 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z When he encounters a bevy of female giants, for instance, the music acknowledges their awesome beauty instead of Gawain’s terror. Medieval 'weirdness' in the score taps into the otherworldly feel of 'Green Knight' 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z The Green Knight promptly picks up his head and reminds Gawain that he will see him in a year to sustain an equal blow. ‘The Green Knight’ 4K Ultra HD movie review 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z I didn’t think of “Apocalypse Now,” but Mark, you’ve clearly hit on something there; what is “The Green Knight” if not a journey into Gawain’s own heart of darkness? Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z Those who’ve read “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight,” a 14th century poem of unknown authorship and vast influence, will come to Lowery’s film with their own preconceptions. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z “The Green Knight” follows Gawain’s episodic journey to make good on the bargain. ‘The Green Knight’ review: This Camelot fantasy, led valiantly by Dev Patel, creates a magic of its own 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z So Hart wrote — and sang — original songs, including a Christmas carol and a lonely folk ballad that plays over a pivotal scene where Gawain rides home from his quest. Medieval 'weirdness' in the score taps into the otherworldly feel of 'Green Knight' 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z The intriguing premise plays out in a world of death and mysticism as Gawain goes on a mythic journey to become a hero while finding courage and honor along the way. ‘The Green Knight’ 4K Ultra HD movie review 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z More titles announce the name of the lead character “Sir Gawain” in different lettering, pointing to the idea there is more than one way to tell a story. Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z Gawain impulsively accepts, swings a sword and decapitates the Green Knight — who in turn rises from the floor, calmly retrieves his head and leaves, reminding Gawain that they will reunite in one year. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Gawain, King Arthur’s impetuous nephew, is one of the Knights of the Round Table. ‘The Green Knight’ review: This Camelot fantasy, led valiantly by Dev Patel, creates a magic of its own 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Dev Patel’s luxurious flowing hair is one of only many selling points for “The Green Knight,” based on the medieval legend of Sir Gawain, nephew of King Arthur. Big movies are back. Here are 12 summer releases we can't wait to see 2021-05-19T04:00:00Z On to this week’s trailers: The Green Knight Dev Patel stars as Sir Gawain, one of the Knights of the Round Table from King Arthur lore. New Trailers: The Green Knight, Wish Dragon, Venom 2, and more 2021-05-16T04:00:00Z Having made his way from one outpost to the next, each weirder and more disconcerting than the last, the final leg of Gawain’s journey finds him peacefully paddling himself upstream in a small canoe. Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z Before long that year is nearly spent, and Gawain, with a mighty ax in hand and a magically protective green sash tied around his waist, ventures forth to confront his uncertain destiny. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Then the headless but otherwise uninjured adversary reaches down, picks up his noggin and tells the stunned Gawain that he’ll see him next year. ‘The Green Knight’ review: This Camelot fantasy, led valiantly by Dev Patel, creates a magic of its own 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z In addition to Nimue, “Cursed” is peppered with familiar characters from the lore including Arthur, Merlin and Gawain. Netflix's 'Cursed' turns the legend of King Arthur on its head. Here's how 2020-07-17T04:00:00Z The film is based on the poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight but the movie version looks a bit more sinister than I remember. New Trailers: The Green Knight, Wish Dragon, Venom 2, and more 2021-05-16T04:00:00Z If in fact the Green Knight does not take his head and end his life, what will Gawain have learned from his trials? Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z Gawain’s progress is doggedly linear but also curiously circular. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z The strategy behind writer-director David Lowery’s quietly arresting medieval fantasy is simple: Gawain is a vessel, waiting to be filled with life’s challenges. ‘The Green Knight’ review: This Camelot fantasy, led valiantly by Dev Patel, creates a magic of its own 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Gawain, also known as the Green Knight, grew up in the same Fey village as Nimue. Netflix's 'Cursed' turns the legend of King Arthur on its head. Here's how 2020-07-17T04:00:00Z Gawain beheads the Green Knight, who picks up his head and saunters away. New Trailers: The Green Knight, Wish Dragon, Venom 2, and more 2021-05-16T04:00:00Z Mercy is something Gawain lacks at first, given the callow, callous blow he deals the Green Knight during their initial challenge. Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z And in ways both unsettling and oddly reassuring, each of Gawain’s adventures seems to hark back to that original Christmas Day challenge. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z But it’s the piece “Sir Gawain Just Wants to Leave Castle Make-Out” that most clearly blends Lavery’s two primary modes of historical humor and incisive memoir. Daniel M. Lavery wrestles with art and identity 2020-02-12T05:00:00Z Gawain is known to be a skilled knight. Netflix's 'Cursed' turns the legend of King Arthur on its head. Here's how 2020-07-17T04:00:00Z Michael Adams and Gawain Jones play for the No 4 seeds, Padova of Italy, and Howell for the No 8 seeds, Valerenga of Norway. Chess: Magnus Carlsen to meet top teens in pursuit of record unbeaten run 2019-11-15T05:00:00Z As Gawain makes his way north toward the Green Chapel and his uncertain fate, the images become more stylized and psychedelic, as when the sky turns an acidic mustard-gas yellow. Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z The moral implications of each exchange will reverberate through the story, cutting to the heart of what turns out to be, for Gawain, an epic quest for purity and possible salvation. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Luke McShane, David Howell and Gawain Jones all performed strongly despite arriving from the hard Isle of Man event without a break. Chess: Carlsen ‘deeply ashamed’ of heavy defeat to So in World Random final 2019-11-08T05:00:00Z According to Accra’s Gawain Robertson, on the range Woodland “hits it farther probably than anyone in the world,” but in a tournament he wants to play a controlled fade. How Gary Woodland's strong U.S. Open game gets really strong with his unique equipment specs - Golf Digest 2019-06-17T04:00:00Z “Know ye well,” Gawain said, “I shall not live two days.” The Psychiatrist Who Believed People Could Tell the Future 2019-02-25T05:00:00Z Which brings us to the ending, when Gawain at last finds his Kurtz. Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z Is Gawain really off to reunite with the Green Knight, or has the Green Knight perhaps been traveling with him all along, manifesting himself in a different form each time? Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z England’s only representative was Gawain Jones, fresh from his victory in the British knockout championship at Olympia whose format included classical, rapid and blitz. Chess: Magnus Carlsen retains world blitz title with dominant performance 2019-01-04T05:00:00Z England’s trio of Adams, Gawain Jones and David Howell are the nation’s best but it will be an achievement if any of them gets as far as the last 16. Leonard Barden on Chess 2017-09-01T04:00:00Z Gawain MacGregor says it was him wandering through the forest on the night in question, 4 August. Wandering shaman 'mistaken' for Bigfoot in North Carolina - BBC News 2017-08-10T04:00:00Z Having carelessly beheaded the Green Knight as part of their initial bargain, Gawain is uneasily prepared to now accept the same blow in return. Did you love or loathe 'The Green Knight'? Either way, you're not alone 2021-08-07T04:00:00Z The mystery that haunts Gawain is whether he is ready to cross over, and whether he will continue to deny his desires in the short time that may remain to him. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z The same reader, however, would find Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, written at around the same time somewhere in the northwest of England, almost unintelligible. Not just dwingey chimbles: dialects are alive and kicking 2017-03-14T04:00:00Z "The idea was to combine a computer interface with all the subtleties of the instrument," Gawain Hewitt of Drake Music says. The importance of a one-handed saxophone - BBC News 2016-06-02T04:00:00Z This was the quarry hunted in ‘‘Sir Gawain and the Green Knight’’ and Thomas Malory’s ‘‘Le Morte d’Arthur,’’ a creature renowned for its formidable ferocity and power. A Hint of Danger in the Forest 2016-02-04T05:00:00Z Gawain Rushane Wilson was 25 and in the Navy in 2013 when he met in one of those rooms for six months with others who were on similar paths. Path to curb domestic violence homicides scrutinized 2016-01-31T05:00:00Z Tellingly, when we first meet Gawain, he’s being yanked out of a deep slumber, not for the last time in a movie that plays like a series of rude awakenings. Review: ‘The Green Knight,’ with Dev Patel as an Arthurian adventurer, is a ravishing triumph 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z “He is a phenomenon,” said Gawain Towler, a spokesman for the U.K. Voter Insecurities Feed Rise of Right-Leaning Populist Politicians 2015-12-10T05:00:00Z “Who goes there?” said Sir Gawain, for it was he. Best summer reads digested: The Girl on the Train, Napoleon, Go Set A Watchman and more 2015-07-22T04:00:00Z But unfortunately for Gould, he got stranded by the tide and had to be hoisted up a wall to drier land by UKIP's press secretary, Gawain Towler. Election 2015: What not to do on the campaign trail 2015-03-28T04:00:00Z Despite the success of Feed the Future, Gawain Kripke, director of policy and research at the international charity Oxfam, said the program was not without its problems. U.S. Initiative to Reduce Hunger and Poverty Effective, Report Shows 2014-05-19T04:00:00Z Boredom to Burn by Gawain Barnard depicts objects set against burnt landscapes. A Fine Beginning: Made in Wales 2014-03-14T01:12:54Z Without Anonymous, there are so many classics we would not have had - Gawain and the Green Knight, virtually all of the Bible and other religious texts. Belle de Jour's history of anonymity 2012-12-31T02:34:43Z Gawain Jones, 25, the No1 seed, is the reigning British champion with a fine attacking style. Gawain Jones has strong British tradition on his side at Hastings 2012-12-28T22:55:31Z Giving up rook for bishop or knight was a Soviet speciality which Kramnik used in a zestful king hunt against Luke McShane then in a subtle endgame against Gawain Jones. Magnus Carlsen takes maximalist approach to claim London Classic title 2012-12-14T13:26:35Z Perhaps Gawain and Lancelot would have enclosed us and the grail might not have become the great illusion among illusions. Voices from the Past 2012-04-19T02:00:30.787Z There is always a touch of the ridiculous about Don Juan married, or Sir Gawain Light-of-Love bound in chains in whose forging the Church has lent a hand to Cupid. Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z They sit and open copies of “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight,” the 14th-century English romance. The Heights, a Catholic School, Draws Beltway Conservatives 2012-01-12T15:59:54Z The Quest versions again fall into three distinct classes, differentiated by the personality of the hero who is respectively Gawain, Perceval or Galahad. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z It is a curious thing that early in the twelfth century names are found in Italy which certainly come from the romances of King Arthur—the name Galvano, e.g. which is the same as Gawain. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z On receipt of the tidings of Mordred’s treachery, Gawain accompanies Arthur to England, and is slain in the battle which ensues on their landing. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z The champion was in danger against the schoolboy Yang-Fan Zhou in the final round, when Gawain Jones missed a clear chance to share the title. Leonard Barden on Chess 2011-08-12T22:03:01Z "Come here my cozen, Gawain, so gay; My sisters sonne be yee; For you shall see one of the fairest Round Tables, That ever you see with your eye." English and Scottish Ballads, Volume I (of 8) 2011-08-12T02:00:17.607Z The most important and interesting group is that connected with Perceval, and he was regarded as the original Grail hero, Gawain being, as it were, his understudy. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z The English romances of Sir Perceval, Sir Gawain and other knights are founded on French poems. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z It seems probable that it was this connexion which won for Gawain the title of the “Maidens’ Knight,” a title for which no satisfactory explanation is ever given. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z Gawain, with 39 comrades, departs to seek the red knight. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z “Gawain to gaze upon the Grail”: Gawain was the son of King Lot and Margause, in the Arthurian legend of the Holy Grail. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z Here the Grail, the chalice of the Last Supper, is at the same time, as in the Gawain stories, self-acting and food-supplying. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z This is Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, one of the most original works in medieval romance. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z Nor was the lady of Gawain’s love a mortal maiden, but the queen of the other-world. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z Next it is put to Guinevere, who remarks that Sir Gawain has anticipated all that a lady could possibly wish, an answer which is received with much laughter. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z Then the king called to him Gawain, and Idel likewise he took with him: so led he the wolf into a privy chamber, and when they had come within, shut the door fast. Tales from the Old French 2011-07-09T02:00:12.200Z Anon came young Gawain, the king's nephew, praying to be made a knight, whom the king knighted then and there. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z It is rightly considered dangerous; and so it proved when Sir Gawain had accepted the jeopardy. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z Among these “Bleheris” poems was one dealing with Gawain’s adventures at the Grail castle, where the Grail is represented as non-Christian, and presents features strongly reminiscent of the ancient Nature mysteries. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z Gawain is imprisoned, and supposed to be dead. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z In years past I gave a ring to a damoiseau, a young boy who had slain a giant, a hateful felon who here in the court accused Gawain of sore treason. Tales from the Old French 2011-07-09T02:00:12.200Z "This is a foolish thing," said Sir Gawain. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z The meaning of the story is in the character of Gawain. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z Gawain, however, belonged to the pre-Christian stage of Grail tradition, and it is not surprising that writers, bent on spiritual edification, found him somewhat of a stumbling-block. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z Arthur and Galiot go together to the tower where Gawain lies ill. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z First he spied the shield of Gawain, then saw he that of Iwain, and then the shield of Idel the king; and all this was dear and pleasant to him. Tales from the Old French 2011-07-09T02:00:12.200Z "By the knight that followeth the quest of the white hart," said Sir Gawain. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Gawain, so much vilified by authors who should have known better, is for this poet, as he is for Chaucer, the perfection of courtesy. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z At the same time the majority of the short episodic poems connected with the cycle have Gawain for their hero. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z In the ensuing battle Sir Gawain greatly distinguishes himself, but is at last severely wounded. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z Then the king gave him a piece of roast meat, and gladly the wolf ate it; whereat Gawain saith: "Lords, look you, this wolf is out of all nature." Tales from the Old French 2011-07-09T02:00:12.200Z "I will not fail for that," said Sir Gawain; and swam his horse across the stream. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z How real the danger was can be seen in the works of some of the Chaucerians, e.g. in Henryson’s Orpheus, and in Gawain Douglas’s Palace of Honour. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z Morris, in The Defence of Guinevere, speaks of “gloomy Gawain”; perhaps the most absurdly misleading epithet which could possibly have been applied to the “gay, gratious, and gude” knight of early English tradition. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z How Arthur hears of it, and sends Gawain to see if it is true. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z I was just rereading this book called Creative Visualization by Shakti Gawain. NewsBeast: April 17, 2011 2011-04-24T16:00:00Z "Why have ye slain my hounds?" said Sir Gawain; "they did but after their nature: and ye had better have taken vengeance on me than on the poor dumb beasts." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z The landscapes and the weather of Sir Gawain are put in with the same freedom. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z The explanation of the very perplexing changes which the character of Gawain has undergone appears to lie in a misunderstanding of the original sources of that character. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z Lancelot is at first mistaken for Galiot; but is recognized by Gawain. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z I've lost my quest in the light of your blue eyes," said Gawain, "but let me see the shield. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z And Sir Gawain, full of ardor and courage, comforted his knights, saying, "They all are ours." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "Today's announcement by the Food and Agriculture Organization should ring alarm bells in capitals around the world," said Gawain Kripke, a policy and research director for Oxfam America, an international development group. Food costs at records as U.N. warns of volatile era 2011-02-04T00:10:13Z Stories such as "Guy of Warwick," "King Horn," and "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." Literature for Children 2011-02-02T03:00:21.560Z Galiot rides forward, and finds Arthur ready to kill himself for grief, the Queen being escorted away by a guard of forty knights, and Gawain wishing to die. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z "And suppose that I dreamed that you love this greatest knight?" returned Gawain. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z Sir Gawain rode to the gate, behind the troop that bore his harness, for there was no other road within seven leagues. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z One of the earliest works in Scottish literature is the translation of the Aeneid by Gawain Douglas. The Roman Poets of the Augustan Age: Virgil Eventually, however, he altered his nom-de-guerre to Gawain Douglas, one more in accordance with his patriotic sentiments. Allan Ramsay Famous Scots Series We next hear of Gawain’s recovery, and of the separation of the party of four above spoken of. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z "Your prize, the diamond, sent you by the king," said she, as she put it into his hand and explained how she had received it from Gawain. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z Now Gawain heard all that the ladies said about him, and he was ashamed and annoyed. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Other examples of intricate stanza structure are found in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, supposed to be by the author of Pearl. English Verse Specimens Illustrating its Principles and History Faith, I believe he'd have sold his sceptre for a dozen of it; and Sir Gawain would have tumbled through a hoop for a quart.--Oh! Walladmor: And Now Freely Translated from the German into English. In Two Volumes. Vol. I. Next follows a description of Galiot’s army, at sight of the approach of which King Arthur and his “niece,” Sir Gawain, confer as to the best means of resistance. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z Gawain, ride out and find him and since he didn't come for his diamond we will send it to him. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z The squire withdrew, for Gawain was not the type of man to whom he would dare say anything unpleasant. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z There is an English translation of the Yvain, Ywain and Gawain, and there are Welsh versions of all three stories, though their exact relation to the French has not been determined. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 3 "Chitral" to "Cincinnati" And similarly have the heroes of other nations, the Arthurs, Gawains, Gachmurets, of Wales and Anjou, become mere vague names; they have become liquified, lost all shape and local habitation. Euphorion Being Studies of the Antique and the Mediaeval in the Renaissance - Vol. II It occurs in Gawain Douglas’s prologue to his translation of the 12th Book of the Æneid. Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance 2011-07-27T02:00:29.703Z Galahad swore too, and good Sir Bors, and Lancelot and many others, knights, and Gawain louder than all the rest. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z So for that night they separated and those who had sallied forth returned to the castle, followed by Sir Gawain. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Gawain lies bound; Brangaene's cast into a prison cell, And something awful's taking place within The castle walls!—I know not what it is! The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature But there was Sir Gawain and Sir Bedevere and a host of worthies, and if he only would he could come up to the highest. Hope Mills or, Between Friend and Sweetheart Or Sire Tristan or Sire Gawain, what would they do now? The Saracen: Land of the Infidel When the Lord of Astolat came out and heard about Gawain's quest, "Stay with us, noble prince," said he. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z Gawain asked, "Fair sweet sir, is this maid your daughter?" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Yet will I send Gawain, since 'tis thy wish, And with him yet another. The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature The Chevalier au Lyon is a delightful romance of the Gawain group, better represented by its English adaptation, Ywain, than any other French example. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 And with these appalling eyes Gawain looked at us, with these unreal, crimson-flecked globes staring absurdly from an expressionless emerald mask, he contemplated roaches and small grasshoppers, and correctly estimated their distance and activity. Edge of the Jungle The long hall was silent after Lancelot was done, until airy Gawain began with a sudden. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z "Tell me, dear friend," said Gawain, "have you ever before made petition to any knight?" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Nay, rather, child, Stay here with me; but help Brangaene find Gawain. The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature O light upon the wind, Thine, Gawain, was the voice—are these dim cries Thine? or doth all that haunts the waste and wild Mourn, knowing it will go along with me?” Famous Tales of Fact and Fancy Myths and Legends of the Nations of the World Retold for Boys and Girls His life had a feeling of sphinx-like duration—Gawain as a tadpole was unthinkable. Edge of the Jungle Gawain passing by on a lonely adventure saw them. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z "Now," said Sir Gawain, "will I encounter him." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Bring forth the pair, and set them free These go-betweens Brangaene and Gawain! The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature Besides these three human characters, the ghost of Gawain, the three queens who came in the barge, and even Excalibur itself are of so much interest that they may be considered as almost human. Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 10 The Guide Gawain was not a double personality—he was an intermittent reincarnation, vibrating between the inorganic and the essence of vitality. Edge of the Jungle Gawain stood by quivering to fight while the three knights sprang down upon Pelleas, but Pelleas all alone beat the three of them together. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z And when Sir Gawain, Sir Ewaine, Sir Sagramour, and Sir Ector, saw him in Sir Key's armor, they knew well it was he who had smitten them all down with one spear. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Thanks to Saint Bothan, son of mine, Save Gawain, ne'er could pen a line. The Ontario High School Reader Gawain warns Arthur of his approaching death; Arthur is depressed by the warning. 3. Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 10 The Guide We never thought of demanding friendship, or a hint of his voice, or common froggish activities from Gawain. Edge of the Jungle "That is just because women are so light," Gawain rejoined, laughing. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z But I know him, lord," said Sir Gawain, "and he is one of the most perilous knights in all the world. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z How is one to interpret phrases like that which introduces the story of Golagros and Gawain, "as true men me told," or that which appears at the beginning of Rauf Coilyear, "heard I tell"? Early Theories of Translation He looked for the shields of his brothers, Sir Gawain and Sir Modred. King Arthur and His Knights It is sometimes said that the prominent figure in the earlier stories is Gawain, who is afterwards by some spite or caprice dethroned in favour of Lancelot. The Flourishing of Romance and the Rise of Allegory (Periods of European Literature, vol. II) For three days Pelleas wandered all about, doing nothing but thinking of Gawain and Ettarre, and on the third night, when Gawain did not come, he wondered why Gawain lingered with his golden news. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z "Then is her travail lost," replied the knight; "for, though she had brought Sir Lancelot, Sir Tristram, Sir Lamoracke, or Sir Gawain, I count myself their equal, and who besides shall be so called?" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z We shall, however, find a witness among the writers of his period in Gawain Douglas, who died Bishop of Dunkeld in 1522. Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 442 Volume 17, New Series, June 19, 1852 Sir Gawain's was marked with gold, but Sir Modred's was blank. King Arthur and His Knights Gawain has to pass through or into a hill to reach the land of King Wonder; it does not belong to the common earth. Epic and Romance Essays on Medieval Literature "Liar!" she cried to Gawain, as she saw that it was the sword of Pelleas, "you haven't killed Pelleas, for he's been here and could have killed us both just now." Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z Then said Sir Gawain and his brethren, "Lord, if ye will give us leave we will go seek him." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Lancelot and Guinevere were defeated, ruined, as were Gawain and Ettarre, who, as they wake, find across their naked throats the bare sword of Pelleas; then Ettarre knew what knight was knightly. A Hero and Some Other Folks My lord, I can fight as well as my brother Gawain. King Arthur and His Knights Gawain in the land of all these dreams is burdened still by the heavy chivalrous conventions. Epic and Romance Essays on Medieval Literature "I'm Gawain from Arthur's court," cried Gawain, lifting his vizor so that they could see his face. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z "Oh shame!" cried Sir Gawain, "that ever such foul treason should be wrought by a queen, and a king's sister." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z The new type begins with the anonymous poems, "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight," and the "Pearl". The History of England From the Accession of Henry III. to the Death of Edward III. (1216-1377) Two of Arthur's knights, Sir Lancelot and Sir Gawain, rode out to the emperor, and told him that their king had come. King Arthur and His Knights Gawain is too heavily armoured, also, and even his horse Gringalet has a reputation of his own; all inconsistent with the lightness of the fairy tale. Epic and Romance Essays on Medieval Literature Then they opened the gates and Gawain rode inside. Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z So they rode together, and when they came to the castle, Sir Gawain cried aloud, "Queen Morgan le Fay, send out thy knights that we may fight with them." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Sir Bors, Sir Balin, and Gawain, All Arthur's knights, and many mo; But these in battle had been slain Long years ago. Myth and Romance Being a Book of Verses Then Sir Gawain bade them farewell and rode off, lightly singing. King Arthur and His Knights Beowulf might stand for the one side, Lancelot or Gawain for the other. Epic and Romance Essays on Medieval Literature When Gawain came home last summer and asked me to tilt with him and Modred was the judge, didn't I shake him so in his saddle that he said I had half overcome him? Tales from Tennyson 2011-03-19T02:00:10.793Z When Sir Gawain had spoken thus, King Arthur sat pensive in spirit, and mused deeply of the Holy Grail and what saintly knight should come who might achieve it. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z To Sir Launcelot, the noblest of all knights, I, Gawain, send greeting before I die. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Then good Sir Bors, the cousin of Sir Lancelot, made the same vow, as did also Sir Galahad and Sir Lancelot and Sir Gawain and many others. King Arthur and His Knights Gawain is slow, and he has to put in a certain amount of the common romantic business. Epic and Romance Essays on Medieval Literature He was fond of reading and of hearing read the stories of Lancelot and Gawain, but to both he preferred the sea and boats. Charles the Bold Last Duke of Burgundy, 1433-1477 Then said Sir Gawain, "Know ye that knight?" and urged her till she told him that it was her sleeve he wore. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z So Sir Gawain died and was buried in the Chapel at Dover. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion He turned to Sir Gawain and said: "Sir Gawain, was this quest for you?" King Arthur and His Knights Of the special Gawain cycle or sub-cycle we have two romances in pure metrical form, and more than two in alliterative, which are above the average in interest. The English Novel Then she begged him to kiss her, which with a shudder he did, and immediately the spell cast over her by a witch-step mother was broken, and Gawain beheld a young and lovely maiden. From John O'Groats to Land's End So she told him how Sir Gawain had lodged with Sir Bernard, and knew Sir Lancelot's shield. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "My lord, Sir Gawain," answered Sir Launcelot, "in their quarrel they proved not themselves right, else had not I, alone, encountered fourteen knights and come forth unscathed." Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Sir Gawain, you are indeed not fit for such a vision, but you should not doubt that others have seen it. King Arthur and His Knights The "off"-branches of Tristram and Percivale, and not a few of the still more episodic romances of adventures concerning Gawain, Iwain, and other knights, receive attention. The English Novel The King answered, "If you can release me from my bond, lady, I shall be grateful, and you shall marry my nephew Gawain, with a gold ring." From John O'Groats to Land's End But when Sir Gawain heard of his brethren's death he swooned for sorrow and wrath, for he wist that Sir Lancelot had killed them in malice. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "It is full plain, Sir Gawain," said Launcelot, "that never again shall I have your love; and yet there has been old kindness between us, and once ye thanked me that I saved your life." Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Meantime, Sir Gawain rode forth and sought for the great knight in vain. King Arthur and His Knights And round the holy relics on the sward stood a guard more than a king’s guard, for Lord Gawain, Girflet, and Kay the Seneschal kept ward over them. The Romance of Tristan and Iseult Item, in the castle of Dover ye may see Gawain's skull and Caradoc's mantle; at Winchester the round table; in other places Lancelot's sword, and many other things. Prefaces and Prologues to Famous Books with Introductions, Notes and Illustrations But on the morrow Sir Gawain led forth the army again, and Sir Bors commanded on Sir Lancelot's side. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z So it chanced that Sir Gawain's sword descending smote off the lady's head. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Sir Gawain guessed by the expression of her beautiful face that she loved Sir Lancelot. King Arthur and His Knights Anon came young Gawain, the king’s nephew, praying to be made a knight, whom the king knighted then and there. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Arran, and Sir James Hamilton, escaped with difficulty; and with no less difficulty was the military prelate of Glasgow rescued from the ferocious borderers, by the generous interposition of Gawain Douglas. Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 Now Sir Gawain had through magic a marvelous great gift. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z So when word was brought to King Arthur of what had passed, Sir Gawain asked straightway how his brothers had fared. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Then the king spoke gravely to Sir Gawain. King Arthur and His Knights “This is a foolish thing,” said Sir Gawain. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Gawain Douglas, bishop of Dunkeld, a near relation of Angus, in vain endeavoured to mediate betwixt the factions. Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 Yet greatly he forbore Sir Gawain, for he was aware of his enchantment, and smote him slightly till his own knights marveled. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Then," cried Gawain fiercely, "here I make my avow. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Everywhere they went the proud lady stirred up some quarrel, and always called upon Gawain to fight the enemies whom she had thus wantonly made. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art “I will not fail for that,” said Sir Gawain; and swam his horse across the stream. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Gawain, Sir, one of the Knights of the Round Table, King Arthur's nephew; celebrated for his courtesy and physical strength. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge Then Sir Gawain cried out, "Turn not away, thou traitor knight, but slay me if thou wilt, or else I will arise and fight with thee again some other time." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "And rightly they called you," cried Sir Gawain fiercely. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion After much wandering, Gawain and his ladylove reached the top of a hill, whence they could look across a valley to a gigantic castle, perched on a rock, near which was a pine tree. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art Then Sir Gawain was sore amazed at that fair lady’s death, and knew not what to do, and said to the fallen knight, “Arise, for I will give thee mercy.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights The History says that King Arthur made Dagonet knight "with his own hands," because he "loved him passing well;" but Tennyson says that Sir Gawain made him "a mock-knight of the Round Table." Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook And into these adventures are woven some of the tales of Sir Gawain, among them the delightful story of Gawain and the Little Maid with the Narrow Sleeves. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "Alas! my dear brothers!" cried Sir Gawain; "how came they by their death?" Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Gawain, emboldened by this promise, dashed down into the valley, swam across the moat, plucked a branch from the tree, and accepted the challenge which Gramoflaus promptly offered. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art On the morrow, came one of the ladies to Sir Gawain, and talked with him, saying, “Sir knight, what cheer?” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Together with these lords went Gawain and his cousin, Yvain the fair. French Mediaeval Romances from the Lays of Marie de France He omitted a number of the older legends that had little to do with Arthur, many of them good stories, such as that of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z It shall not avail you now," said Sir Gawain; "traitor ye are, both to the King and to me. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Coming to Astolat before Lancelot was cured, Gawain had learned the name of the victor, which he immediately proclaimed to Guinevere. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art At this, Sir Gawain burned with anger, and cried out, “I had rather than all France that I might fight with thee alone!” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Gawain, and three knights of his company, went straight to Launfal, and showed him these maidens, praying him to say which of them was his friend. French Mediaeval Romances from the Lays of Marie de France But Sir Gawain was full of anger at the honor done King Pellinore, and said to his brother Gaheris, "He slew our father, King Lot, therefore will I slay him." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "That will I never believe," cried Sir Gawain; "for my brother, Sir Gareth, had such love for Sir Launcelot that there was naught Sir Launcelot could ask him that he would not do." Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Calling for admittance at this castle, Gawain was allowed to enter, but, to his surprise, found hall and court deserted. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art “By heaven!” said Sir Gawain, “this gladdeneth well my heart, for now behold them as they flee! they are full seventy thousand less in number than they were an hour ago!” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights He would have been set in prison, but Gawain came first to offer himself as his surety, and with him, all the knights of his fellowship. French Mediaeval Romances from the Lays of Marie de France "As ye will, be it," said Sir Gawain. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Then, from sheer grief, Sir Gawain fell swooning to the ground. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion In the meanwhile the hero of the tournament had been sought everywhere by Gawain, who was the bearer of the diamond won at such a cost. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art “Now,” said Sir Gawain, “will I encounter him.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Aubrey suggests that they were descended from that Gawain of the Round Table who fought Lancelot and was killed. Wanderings in Wessex An Exploration of the Southern Realm from Itchen to Otter Then Sir Gawain was sore amazed at that fair lady's death, and knew not what to do, and said to the fallen knight, "Arise, for I will give thee mercy." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z From that day forth, Sir Gawain would not suffer the King to rest until he had gathered all his host and marched against the Joyous Garde. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion He was closely followed by Gawain, one of Arthur's knights, who thought that Parzival had been too harshly dealt with. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art “Nor I,” said Sir Gawain and both his brothers. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Perfection was attainable under this code of ethics: Gawain, for example, was a perfect knight. Four Arthurian Romances On the morrow, came one of the ladies to Sir Gawain, and talked with him, saying, "Sir knight, what cheer?" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "Our King loves Sir Launcelot dearly and wishes him well; but Sir Gawain will not suffer him to be reconciled to him." Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Four years now elapsed,—four years of penance and suffering for Parzival, and of brilliant fighting and thrilling adventures for Gawain. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art Then said Sir Gawain and his brethren, “Lord, if ye will give us leave we will go seek him.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights The man who, so far as we know, first recounted the romantic adventures of Arthur's knights, Gawain. Four Arthurian Romances Then Sir Gawain and Sir Bors rode forward, leaving the other two behind in ambush, and gave King Arthur's message. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "Liar and traitor," cried Sir Gawain, "ye slew him, defenceless and unarmed." Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Gawain, undeterred by this warning, brought out the lady's palfrey, helped her to mount, and followed her submissively through many lands. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art And both Sir Gawain and Sir Gareth fell down at their uncle’s knees and did him homage, and there was passing great joy and gladness among them all. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights But she does not worry much, for she does not think that her sister can find any knight who can withstand my lord Gawain's attack, and only one day of the forty yet remains. Four Arthurian Romances At this, Sir Gawain burned with anger, and cried out, "I had rather than all France that I might fight with thee alone!" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Now King Arthur was loth to war against Sir Launcelot; and seeing this, Sir Gawain upbraided him bitterly. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion In spite of the size and fury of the lion, Gawain defended himself so bravely that he finally slew the beast, which was Klingsor in disguise. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art “Mercy, Sir Gawain,” cried the damsel, “and I will tell thee all.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights And he began in order to read the names, and came upon some which said: "Here Gawain is to lie, here Louis, and here Yvain." Four Arthurian Romances I am content," said Sir Gawain; "and may God help me to grant all thy wishes. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z So Sir Gawain rode sadly back to Camelot, and when he had told his tale, King Arthur was sore displeased. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Gawain's strength and courage were about to give way before the stranger's terrible onslaught, when Itonie implored the latter to spare Gawain, whose name and valor were so well known. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art “Oh shame!” cried Sir Gawain, “that ever such foul treason should be wrought by a queen, and a king’s sister.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights She resolves to endure it, as she must, for the sake of my lord Gawain. Four Arthurian Romances "I am no knight," said Sir Gawain; "I have been brought up many years in the wardrobe of the noble prince King Arthur, to mind his armor and array." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z And Queen Guenevere held a court of her ladies to pass sentence on Sir Gawain for his ungentleness. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion The news of this victory was immediately sent to Arthur, who now came to witness the battle between Gawain and a champion who was to appear for Gramoflaus. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art So they rode together, and when they came to the castle, Sir Gawain cried aloud, “Queen Morgan le Fay, send out thy knights that we may fight with them.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights She has to show both joy and grief at once: her heart is empty for Lancelot, and to my lord Gawain she shows excessive joy. Four Arthurian Romances By heaven!" said Gawain, "now will I tell thee the truth. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z As for Sir Gawain, his squires bore him to his tent where his wounds were dressed. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion "What? are you Messire Gawain? my heart well told me as much." The High History of the Holy Graal Anon Sir Tristram and Sir Gawain came nigh the Maiden’s Castle, and there an old knight named Sir Pellonnes gave them lodging. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Then my lord Gawain replies: "Damsel, so help me God, I promise to place all my strength at your disposal and service, whenever you please, if you will tell me now the truth." Four Arthurian Romances "Nevertheless," said Sir Gawain, "let us at once encounter them, and see what they can do; and may the best have the victory." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Of each, many tales are told; of Sir Gawain and Sir Gareth to their great renown, but of Sir Mordred to his shame. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion "Damsel," saith Messire Gawain, "God grant me courage and will herein that I may come to do this thing according to your wish, whereof may I win worship both of God and of the world." The High History of the Holy Graal When Sir Gawain had spoken thus, King Arthur sat pensive in spirit, and mused deeply of the Holy Grale an what saintly knight should come who might achieve it. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights The knight first saluted my lord Gawain, and his greeting my lord Gawain returned. Four Arthurian Romances "By heaven!" said Sir Gawain, "this gladdeneth well my heart, for now behold them as they flee! they are full seventy thousand less in number than they were an hour ago!" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z As they spoke thus, Sir Gawain came upon them, and, miscalling Sir Launcelot traitor and coward, had almost ridden upon him before Launcelot could provide him of another horse. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Sweet, my friend," saith the Damsel of the Car, "blame not Messire Gawain only, but King Arthur before him and all the knights that were in the court. The High History of the Holy Graal So she told him how Sir Gawain had lodged with Sir Bernard, and knew Sir Lancelot’s shield. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Where?" echoes my lord Gawain; "at the court of my lord the King, to be sure. Four Arthurian Romances Sir," said Sir Gawain, "he is a good man with his weapons, and hath matched me; but cometh hither to be made a Christian. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z My King," said Sir Gawain, "my hour is come, and I have got my death at Sir Launcelot's hand; for I am smitten on the wound he gave me. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion When mass was sung, Messire Gawain took leave of the hermit and the damsel also. The High History of the Holy Graal But on the morrow Sir Gawain led forth the army again, and Sir Bors commanded on Sir Lancelot’s side. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Then for the first time my lord Gawain realised that the letter had been forged, and that they had been betrayed and deceived: by the letter they had been misled. Four Arthurian Romances Gawain rode up to the squire and said, "Tell me, what is yonder troop that hath ridden by?" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z I pray you, by our friendship of old, come again into Britain, and when ye look upon my tomb, pray for Gawain of Orkney. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Then they enter into the castle and lead Messire Gawain into the hall, and make disarm him. The High History of the Holy Graal Now Sir Gawain had through magic a marvellous great gift. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights And my lord Gawain presses on in haste after the cart, and when he finds the knight sitting in it, his surprise is great. Four Arthurian Romances To which Sir Gawain answered, "Brother, go thy way, it would be wise of you, and let my affairs be." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z But at the last the knight grew faint, and crying for mercy, offered to yield to Sir Gawain. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Messire Gawain and the five knights mounted and issued forth of the castle and rode a great gallop before a forest. The High History of the Holy Graal But after noon Sir Gawain’s strength sank fast, and then, with one full blow, Sir Lancelot laid him on the earth. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Would, then, my lord Gawain desire to kill Yvain with his own hands, or do even worse than I have said? Four Arthurian Romances So the squire departed, and Gawain rode towards Tintagel, for there was no other way by which he could pass. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z "Ye had no mercy on my hounds," said Sir Gawain. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion And Messire Gawain bideth, and the five knights under a tree, and see the knights assembling on one hand and on another. The High History of the Holy Graal Then Sir Gawain cried out, “Turn not away, thou traitor knight, but slay me if thou wilt, or else I will arise and fight with thee again some other time.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights My lord Gawain was armed, and he bade two squires lead by the bridle two extra steeds. Four Arthurian Romances Below, in the meadow, they saw the arms of Sir Gawain, and at first thought that there were two knights, because two shields hung from the tree. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z At that moment Sir Gawain entered the court-yard, and an angry man was he when he saw his greyhounds slain. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion And the five come after at a great gallop and each overthroweth his own, and greatly pride they themselves of Messire Gawain. The High History of the Holy Graal But Sir Gawain was full of anger at the honour done King Pellinore, and said to his brother Gaheris, “He slew our father, King Lot, therefore will I slay him.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights The damsel came to another window close by, and there my lord Gawain conversed with her privately for a while about something, I know not what. Four Arthurian Romances After that they fell to talking of Sir Gawain. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z From that time forth, Sir Gawain never failed in aught that dame or damsel asked of him, and so he won and kept the title of the Ladies' Knight. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion And I am his uncle, so I make him be tended here of these damsels and these two squires, but no one thing is there that he so much desireth to see as Messire Gawain. The High History of the Holy Graal “As ye will, be it,” said Sir Gawain. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights "How is that?" my lord Gawain inquires, "who are you, then?" Four Arthurian Romances The squire went into the meadow and struck one of Gawain's horses, crying, "Vassal, are you sick that all day long you gape here and have done nothing, neither pierced shield nor shivered lance?" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Now Sir Gawain was known as the Ladies' Knight, and this is how he came by the name. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Messire Gawain was well harboured the night and lay in a right fair house and right rich. The High History of the Holy Graal “By the knight that followeth the quest of the white hart,” said Sir Gawain. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Will you do so much for my sake?" my gentle lord Gawain asks him; "surely I should be presumptuous to accept any such amends from you. Four Arthurian Romances With that he led Gawain to his house, where they dismounted. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z So Sir Gawain rode away, taking with him three couples of greyhounds for the pursuit. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Hereof is Messire Gawain right sorrowful that he may not speak to the knight. The High History of the Holy Graal “Why have ye slain my hounds?” said Sir Gawain; “they did but after their nature: and ye had better have taken vengeance on me than on the poor dumb beasts.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Then my lord Gawain dismounts, and valets come forward to relieve the two knights of their armour. Four Arthurian Romances When Sir Gawain saw them, he rose out of courtesy, and said, "Welcome!" King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z It was at Arthur's marriage-feast, when Gawain had just been made knight, that a strange thing befell. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion Messire Gawain marvelled him much that they had ridden the day long without finding neither hold nor hermitage. The High History of the Holy Graal Then Sir Gawain and Sir Bors rode forward, leaving the other two behind in ambush, and gave King Arthur’s message. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights I, Gawain, who am your nephew, did not recognise this companion of mine, my lord Yvain, until he fortunately, by the will of God, asked me my name. Four Arthurian Romances Gawain answered that he had no need to accept anything, for if it could be bought he would have food and lodging wherever he went. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Then, by Merlin's advice, the quest of the hart was given to Gawain as a new-made knight, to follow it and see what adventures it would bring him. Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion King Arthur and Messire Gawain leap up to help Lancelot and smite upon these evil folk and cut them limb from limb, and they bellow like fiends so that the whole forest resoundeth thereof. The High History of the Holy Graal Go then, and bring by force all that thou canst find; and take with thee Sir Gawain, my nephew, and Sir Clegis, Sir Claremond the Captain of Cardiff, and a strong band.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights First the King mounts, then my lord Gawain, and all the others rapidly. Four Arthurian Romances Gawain made no answer, for he did not know what she meant. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z O light upon the wind, Thine, Gawain, was the voice—are these dim cries Thine? or doth all that haunts the waste and wild Mourn, knowing it will go along with me?' Idylls of the King Damsel, already have I been many times at his court, and, if he loved me not nor I him, I should not be in Messire Gawain's company. The High History of the Holy Graal “I am no knight,” said Sir Gawain; “I have been brought up many years in the wardrobe of the noble prince King Arthur, to mind his armour and array.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights The knight without delay goes pricking through the forest, and my lord Gawain follows in pursuit of him with all speed, until he reaches the bottom of a hill. Four Arthurian Romances All alone she went to the house where Sir Gawain lodged, but, early though it was, the knights had risen and gone to the monastery to hear mass sung. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Gawain, Gawain of the court, Sir Gawain—there he waits below the wall, Blowing his bugle as who should say him nay.' Idylls of the King King Arthur and Messire Gawain were risen in the morning and saw the knights come from all parts. The High History of the Holy Graal My name is Sir Gawain, and I am a knight of the Round Table.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights He conducts the knight to a lodging-place; and Gawain follows the dwarf closely to a tower, which stood on the same level over against the town. Four Arthurian Romances As swiftly as his horse would carry him Sir Gawain charged Meliance of Lis, who did not evade the blow, but met it boldly, and shivered his lance. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Wherefore, rise, O Gawain, and ride forth and find the knight. Idylls of the King The Circlet of Gold was brought to Messire Gawain, but it was not known that it was he; and Messire Gawain would fain that it had been given to my Lord King Arthur. The High History of the Holy Graal “Nevertheless,” said Sir Gawain, “let us at once encounter them, and see what they can do; and may the best have the victory.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Following the horse and cart, Gawain entered the tower. Four Arthurian Romances On both sides the honor belonged to Sir Gawain. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z The Last Tournament Dagonet, the fool, whom Gawain in his mood Had made mock-knight of Arthur's Table Round, At Camelot, high above the yellowing woods, Danced like a withered leaf before the hall. Idylls of the King The King and Messire Gawain came back to the tent and brought the Golden Circlet, whereof the damsels made great joy. The High History of the Holy Graal And Sir Gawain, full of ardour and courage, comforted his knights, saying, “They all are ours.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights My lord Gawain spoke at such length and so urgently that he promised him that he would go; but he said that he must consult his lady and ask for her consent. Four Arthurian Romances While they talked her father came and wished Sir Gawain to stay with him for that night; but first he begged, that if his guest pleased, he would tell his name. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z O King, my liege," he said, "Hath Gawain failed in any quest of thine? Idylls of the King Damsels, better is it to lodge knights such as these than Messire Gawain the coward, the craven that had so much shame at the assembly! The High History of the Holy Graal Then rode Sir Lancelot forward into a deep forest, and came upon four knights of King Arthur’s court, under an oak tree—Sir Sagramour, Sir Ector, Sir Gawain, and Sir Ewaine. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Then the wealthy man reveals and explains to him that he would have had efficient help if he had known where to find my lord Gawain. Four Arthurian Romances In spite of urging, Sir Gawain refused to stay. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Deafer," said the blameless King, "Gawain, and blinder unto holy things Hope not to make thyself by idle vows, Being too blind to have desire to see. Idylls of the King When the priest understood that it was Messire Gawain, he made great cheer to him, and was all ashamed of that he had recorded as concerning his birth. The High History of the Holy Graal And when Sir Gawain, Sir Ewaine, Sir Sagramour, and Sir Ector, saw him in Sir Key’s armour, they knew well it was he who had smitten them all down with one spear. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights "I will answer your question truthfully: one of them is my lord Gawain, and the other is my lord Yvain, because of whom I shall to-morrow be handed over unjustly to the martyrdom of death." Four Arthurian Romances Sir Gawain asked why she had done that, and the girl replied that she had kissed his foot in order that he should remember her wherever he went. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Why, Gawain, when he came With Modred hither in the summertime, Asked me to tilt with him, the proven knight. Idylls of the King Briant and his knights take much thought as concerning Lancelot's coming, for they are well persuaded that Lancelot hath come for that the King is dead and Messire Gawain, whereof they make right great joy. The High History of the Holy Graal “Then is her travail lost,” replied the knight; “for, though she had brought Sir Lancelot, Sir Tristram, Sir Lamoracke, or Sir Gawain, I count myself their equal, and who besides shall be so called?” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Yet I think he will overstay the term, for my lord Gawain will not allow him to part from him, as together they go to joust wherever tournaments are held. Four Arthurian Romances With that Sir Gawain took leave of his host and the others, who one and all commended him to God. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z And Sir Gawain made ready his harness and his weapons, and scoured and polished them, and tested them where they were mishandled. The Romance of Morien The damsel giveth him thanks for that he hath delivered her from the hands of the knight, and saith that she shall praise him much thereof to the King and Messire Gawain. The High History of the Holy Graal Then said Sir Gawain, “Know ye that knight?” and urged her till she told him that it was her sleeve he wore. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights In truth, my lord Gawain loves Yvain and regards him as his companion, and so does Yvain regard him, wherever he may be. Four Arthurian Romances Then rode Sir Lancelot forward into a deep forest, and came upon four knights of King Arthur's court, under an oak tree—Sir Sagramour, Sir Ector, Sir Gawain, and Sir Ewaine. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Sir Gawain was of a mind to bring him to Sir Lancelot ere he made terms with him. The Romance of Morien But neither Messire Gawain nor Lancelot came thither on that day. The High History of the Holy Graal But when Sir Gawain heard of his brethren’s death he swooned for sorrow and wrath, for he wist that Sir Lancelot had killed them in malice. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Or, if it comes about perchance that Yvain should hurt him in turn, or defeat him in any way, will Gawain have the right to complain? Four Arthurian Romances I dare lay my life," said Sir Gawain, "it is Sir Lancelot. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z As he spake thus, Sir Gawain made no more ado but smote off the traitor's head. The Romance of Morien No need to wonder whether Messire Gawain were well harboured that night at the castle. The High History of the Holy Graal “I will forgive thee never,” cried Sir Gawain, “and if the king accordeth with thee he shall lose my service.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Upon my word," my lord Gawain replies, "you are not so stunned and faint but that I am as much so, or more. Four Arthurian Romances "Nor I," said Sir Gawain and both his brothers. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Sir Gawain, Sir Perceval, and Sir Lancelot smote many to death, and came even to the king's tents, and seized their weapons, shields, and spears, ere his folk might come at their arms. The Romance of Morien When it came to morning-tide, Messire Gawain took leave and departed from the castle, but not before he had heard mass, for such was his custom. The High History of the Holy Graal Yet greatly he forbore Sir Gawain, for he was aware of his enchantment, and smote him slightly till his own knights marvelled. The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights And Lancelot, who was impatient to go in search of my lord Gawain, requests leave of the king and Queen to depart. Four Arthurian Romances And both Sir Gawain and Sir Gareth fell down at their uncle's knees and did him homage, and there was passing great joy and gladness among them all. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z But 'twas their dread of Morien's mighty blows, and of Sir Lancelot, Sir Gawain, and Sir Perceval, who, on the field, had brought many in sore terror and dread of death. The Romance of Morien After meat Messire Gawain's bed was made, and he apparelled himself to lie down. The High History of the Holy Graal My good lord, remember well your dream, and what the spirit of Sir Gawain did forewarn ye.” The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights Toward the water-bridge they go, and as soon as they reach the bridge, they see my lord Gawain overturned and fallen from the bridge into the stream which is very deep. Four Arthurian Romances "Mercy, Sir Gawain," cried the damsel, "and I will tell thee all." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Sir Gawain took counsel with his comrades, and this was their rede, that they must bring King Arthur there before their eyes ere they might make terms for their lord, the king. The Romance of Morien When the lady was in her chamber, the dwarf said to Messire Gawain: "Sir, I will lie before you, so as to keep you company until you be asleep." The High History of the Holy Graal One of the best of the metrical romances is "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight," which may be read as a measure of all the rest. Outlines of English and American Literature : an Introduction to the Chief Writers of England and America, to the Books They Wrote, and to the Times in Which They Lived To them my lord Gawain replies: "When we leave this bridge, we shall go to search for Lancelot." Four Arthurian Romances Anon Sir Tristram and Sir Gawain came nigh the Maiden's Castle, and there an old knight named Sir Pellonnes gave them lodging. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Gawain was from the first the adventurous hero, par excellence of the cycle, but I know no other instance in which this characteristic is so quaintly and forcibly expressed. The Romance of Morien "Ha, Messire Gawain," saith the Knight Coward, "Fight him not as having affiance in me, for of me will you have neither succour nor help!" The High History of the Holy Graal Is the repetition of the hunts and of Gawain's experience in the castle skilful or the reverse, in plan and in execution? A History of English Literature My lord Gawain and Kay and all the others join in this prayer and request. Four Arthurian Romances Now, mercy," said Sir Gawain, who sat by King Arthur; "what knight is that who doth such marvelous deeds of arms? King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z To which particular adventure of Lancelot this refers it is not easy to decide; on more than one occasion he disappears from court, and the knights headed by Gawain, ride in quest of him. The Romance of Morien "Heretofore," saith Messire Gawain, "have I achieved adventures without you, and this also, and God help me, will I yet achieve." The High History of the Holy Graal He rebuked the bravest knights for cowardice; as when Ban, Bors, and Gawain had concealed themselves behind some bushes during a fight. Tales of the Enchanted Islands of the Atlantic The valet greeted her as well as the king, who was by her side, and then all the others and Kay and my lord Gawain. Four Arthurian Romances "I will forgive thee never," cried Sir Gawain, "and if the king accordeth with thee he shall lose my service." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z It is noticeable that the adventure assigned to him is much less original in character, and told with far less detail than that ascribed to Gawain. The Romance of Morien The one hath for name Messire Gawain and the second Lancelot of the Lake. The High History of the Holy Graal The rajahs and chiefs were much of the same mind as old Douglas: Thanks to Saint Bothan son of mine, Save Gawain, ne'er could pen a line, Gawain being a bishop. Concerning Animals and Other Matters And know that he is now hale and hearty at King Arthur's court, and he bids him tell the Queen to come thither, if she will consent, in company with my lord Gawain and Kay. Four Arthurian Romances But after noon Sir Gawain's strength sank fast, and then, with one full blow, Sir Lancelot laid him on the earth. King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z Then Sir Gawain bade them carry him softly on a couch to the side of the hall in the sight of the chief guests, that they might hear his tale. The Romance of Morien The damsel maketh Messire Gawain be greatly honoured that night, and there was great company of knights within that served him and helped guard the castle. The High History of the Holy Graal And it was as Sir Launcelot said, for Sir Gawain also had mounted his horse and had made himself ready for that encounter. The Story of the Champions of the Round Table And my lord Gawain promises his service to him, as to his lord and friend, and then Kay does likewise, and all the rest. Four Arthurian Romances There were many cycles of Arthurian romances, chief of which are those of Gawain, Launcelot, Merlin, the Quest of the Holy Grail, and the Death of Arthur. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World Then quoth Sir Gawain the good: "Sir Knight, have ye no dread of death as at this time, for I shall help you to a respite." The Romance of Morien They show Messire Gawain much worship, but they knew not that it was he, nor did none ask him, for such was the custom of the castle. The High History of the Holy Graal So Sir Gawain and Sir Launcelot took stand at such place as suited them. The Story of the Champions of the Round Table I feel hurt, Gawain, that you have so long deserted me! Four Arthurian Romances Tell the story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World After this manner also spake Sir Lancelot, and all who were in the hall took up the word of Sir Gawain, and praised Perceval. The Romance of Morien Messire Gawain was in the castle that night until the morrow, and went to hear mass in the chapel or ever he removed thence. The High History of the Holy Graal "Now stand thou a little aside where thou mayst bring succor unto these other two knights, for I see that Sir Gawain has a mind to tilt with me." The Story of the Champions of the Round Table "Has no one come to seek her in this land?" my lord Gawain then inquires of them. Four Arthurian Romances After some natural consternation and a fine speech by Arthur, Gawain accepts the challenge, takes the battle-ax, and with one blow sends the giant's head rolling through the hall. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World By the Lord who made me, and who shall be Doom's-man at the last day, come what may thereof, since Sir Gawain rideth hence 'tis not I will bide behind! The Romance of Morien And when they see him coming they leap up on their horses all armed and come against Messire Gawain, shields on sides and spears in fists. The High History of the Holy Graal Quintilian, as I deem, would have continued with yet other grievous words, but Gawain, who was hot with anger, drew forth his sword, and springing forward, made the head fly from his shoulders. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut And Gawain told him, as was true, that he had not been seen, and that he had not come. Four Arthurian Romances He holds out his head and the ghastly lips speak, warning Gawain to be faithful to his promise and to seek through the world till he finds the Green Chapel. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World But now will we be silent on their lamentations, and tell henceforth of Sir Gawain and Sir Lancelot, who rode both on their way. The Romance of Morien "And to this do I pledge you my word," saith Messire Gawain, "that, so God allow me to conquer it, I will show it to you on my return." The High History of the Holy Graal Gawain called upon his companions, Guerin and Boso, by their names, to turn them about, and enter the lists with their pursuers. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut Now I will tell you the truth, and you must not think I lie, that Gawain would not wish to be chosen king, unless he had Lancelot with him. Four Arthurian Romances The Chapel is a terrible place in the midst of desolation; and as Gawain approaches he hears a terrifying sound, the grating of steel on stone, where the giant is sharpening a new battle-ax. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World Therefore stood Sir Gawain still, as one who had no mind to fight, nor to break the laws of courtesy. The Romance of Morien Messire Gawain thus heard himself mocked by day as well as by night and had great shame thereof. The High History of the Holy Graal Gawain flung himself in the press, hewing a path towards Boso, with mighty strokes of the sword. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut Gawain plainly sees that nothing he can say is of any avail, so he loosens and takes off his hauberk from his back, and completely disarms himself. Four Arthurian Romances Whereupon Gawain jumps for his armor, draws his sword, and warns the giant that the compact calls for only one blow, and that, if another is offered, he will defend himself. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World Then thought Sir Gawain with himself, "We were foolish and unwise an we failed to show courtesy to one who praises us so highly." The Romance of Morien "Our Gawain shall he be," say they, "so none take him from us!" The High History of the Holy Graal This Lot was the father of Gawain, who as yet was a damoiseau, young and debonair. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut But on my lord Gawain's account, whose arrival is expected, the Queen keeps them, saying that she will never stir until she has news of him. Four Arthurian Romances In the same manuscript with "Sir Gawain" are found three other remarkable poems, written about 1350, and known to us, in order, as "The Pearl," "Cleanness," and "Patience." English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World Then was there neither of the twain, Sir Gawain nor Sir Lancelot, but the tears fell from their eyes when they heard the knight's tale. The Romance of Morien Messire Gawain rode amidst the land and the crane cried out so loud that the King of Wales heard it, that was lord of the land. The High History of the Holy Graal Now when certain knights and divers bold and reckless varlets saw the embassy make ready to seek the emperor, they came to Gawain and gave him freely of their counsel. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut Ah, Gawain, you who possess such worth, and whose goodness is unparalleled, surely I may well be amazed that you do not come to succour me. Four Arthurian Romances Gawain learns that he is at last near the Green Chapel, and settles down for a little comfort after his long quest. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World Then straightway Sir Gawain did him to wit who they were, and how they were hight; and the Moor made no delay, but fell on his knees before them. The Romance of Morien "Sir," saith Messire Gawain, "I pledge you my word that, so God give me to conquer it, I will return by you." The High History of the Holy Graal Gawain and his comrades crossed a mountain, and came through a wood upon a wide plain. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut Now it is Gawain's desire to measure his strength on the morrow with this strange knight who changes every day his arms, as well as his horse and harness. Four Arthurian Romances Full of shame, Gawain throws back the gift and is ready to atone for his deception; but the Green Knight thinks he has already atoned, and presents the green girdle as a free gift. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World Sir Gawain spake: "Take ye not to heart that which has here chanced, it shall be naught the worse for ye." The Romance of Morien "Sir," say the knights to the King, "Right loyal and courteous knight is Messire Gawain, wherefore yield him that which he hath conquered, for sore blame will you have of evil-treating him." The High History of the Holy Graal Hoel and Gawain, his cousin, were distraught with anger when they regarded the mischief dealt them by the Romans. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut Gawain disparaged and esteemed highly the prowess of his foe. Four Arthurian Romances In form Sir Gawain is an interesting combination of French and Saxon elements. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World Sir Gawain and Sir Lancelot were both mounted upon their steeds. The Romance of Morien By my faith," saith Messire Gawain, "I am much abashed of the three damsels that were at the court of King Arthur. The High History of the Holy Graal He drew his sword, and as the Roman, with brand raised high above his head, prepared to strike, Gawain smote swiftly at the lifted limb. Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut Will you be one of those." said my lord Gawain to him, "who degenerate after marriage? Four Arthurian Romances When the host returns and gives his guest the game he has killed Gawain returns the kiss. English Literature Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World This did Sir Gawain tell to the twain. The Romance of Morien The very castle wherein she hath her hold would he have seized long agone had it not been for Messire Gawain that made it be safe-guarded against her enemies for a year. The High History of the Holy Graal |
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