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  • Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

  • Penguin Classics
  • Written by: Bernard O'Donoghue
  • Narrated by: Frank Turner
  • Length: 2 hrs and 13 mins
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

Written by: Bernard O'Donoghue
Narrated by: Frank Turner
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Composed during the 14th century in the English Midlands, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight describes the events that follow when a mysterious green-coloured knight rides into King Arthur's Camelot in deep mid-winter. The mighty knight presents a challenge to the court: he will allow himself to be struck by one blow, on the condition that he will be allowed to return the strike on the following New Year's Eve. Sir Gawain takes up the challenge, decapitating the stranger - only to see the Green Knight seize up his own severed head and ride away, leaving Gawain to seek him out and honour their pact.

Blending Celtic myth and Christian faith, Gawain is among the greatest Middle English poems: a tale of magic, chivalry and seduction.
Public Domain (P)2020 Penguin Audio
Poetry Ancient, Classical & Medieval Literature World Literature
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Frank Turner is phenomenal

Frank makes history fun! A folk favourite that is a joy to listen to. 10/10 will listen again

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