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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight: With Pearl and Sir Orfeo
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight: With Pearl and Sir Orfeo
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This smart new paperback edition contains the fully-reset text of three medieval English poems, translated by Tolkien for the modern-day reader, and containing romance, tragedy, love, sex, and honor. It features a beautifully decorated text and includes the complete version of Tolkien's acclaimed lecture on Sir Gawain.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 29 April 2021
\n Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
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This smart new paperback edition presents the fully reset text of three medieval English poems, expertly translated by Tolkien for the contemporary reader. Within these pages, you'll encounter a captivating blend of romance, tragedy, love, sex, and honor, all woven together in rich tapestry. The book boasts a beautifully decorated text, making it an aesthetically pleasing experience. As a special bonus, it includes the complete version of Tolkien's renowned lecture on Sir Gawain, delivering insights into the poem's themes and significance.
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight and Pearl are two remarkable poems penned by an unknown author sometime around 1400. Sir Gawain, a romance, fairy-tale for adults, brims with vibrant life and color. However, it transcends its surface allure, becoming a profound moral tale that delves into religious and social values. On the other hand, Pearl appears as an elegy on the loss of a child, yet it shares the same depth and complexity as Gawain, exploring profound themes of personal loss and introspection.
Sir Orfeo, a slighter romance, belongs to a different tradition. It holds a special place in Tolkien's heart, and his translation showcases his meticulous attention to preserving the rhyme and alliterative schemes of the originals. The three translations encompass the entirety of the original poems' rhyme and alliterative patterns, accompanied by the complete text of Tolkien's acclaimed 1953 W.P. Ker Memorial Lecture, delivered on Sir Gawain.
By presenting these translations in a paperback edition, Tolkien ensures that his timeless works reach a wider audience, allowing modern readers to appreciate the beauty and wisdom of these medieval poems. Whether you're a fan of medieval literature, Tolkien's works, or simply seeking a captivating literary journey, this edition is a must-have for anyone seeking to explore the rich tapestry of medieval English poetry.
\n Weight: 230g\n
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 23 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780008433932\n \n
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