Ανθολογία Επιστημονικής Φαντασίας Ιστορίες των εκδόσεων Ωρόρα #20

Sir Gawain And The Green Knight

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Of all the tales of the Knights of the Round Table, the story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is surely the most magical. Here are thrills and enchantment, chivalry and courage, a challenge and a quest. Its hero is the greatest of all King Arthur's knights, Sir Gawain.

120 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1,1375

This edition

Format
120 pages, Hardcover
Published
November 1, 2004 by Walker
ISBN
9780744586466
ASIN
0744586461
Language
English
Characters More characters
  • Morgan le Fay

    Morgan Le Fay

    Morgan le Fay (meaning "Morgan the Fairy") is a powerful enchantress in the Arthurian legend. Early appearances of Morgan do not elaborate her character beyond her role as a goddess, a fay, a witch, or a sorceress, generally benevolent and related to King...

  • Sir Gawain

    Sir Gawain

    Sir Gawain is King Arthurs nephew and a Knight of the Round Table in the Arthurian legend. He is one of a select number of Round Table members to be referred to as one of the greatest knights, most notably in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight....

  • Sir Bertilak de Haute Desert
  • King Arthur

    King Arthur

    King Arthur is a legendary British leader who, according to medieval histories and romances, led the defence of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th centuries AD. The details of Arthurs story are mainly composed of folklore a...

  • The Green Knight

    The Green Knight

    The Green Knight is the antagonist in the late 14th-century Middle English chivalric romance Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.He appears at King Arthurs Round Table and dares any knight to strike him with his axe, warning that anyone who accepts the ...

About the author

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Sir Michael Andrew Morpurgo, OBE, FRSL is the author of many books for children, five of which have been made into films. He also writes his own screenplays and libretti for opera. Born in St Albans, Hertfordshire, in 1943, he was evacuated to Cumberland during the last years of the Second World War, then returned to London, moving later to Essex. After a brief and unsuccessful spell in the army, he took up teaching and started to write. He left teaching after ten years in order to set up 'Farms for City Children' with his wife. They have three farms in Devon, Wales and Gloucestershire, open to inner city school children who come to stay and work with the animals. In 1999 this work was publicly recognised when he and his wife were invested a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to youth. In 2003, he was advanced to an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). He became a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature (FRSL) in 2004. He was knighted in the 2018 for his services to literature and charity. He is also a father and grandfather, so children have always played a large part in his life. Every year he and his family spend time in the Scilly Isles, the setting for three of his books.

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July 15,2025
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For there the festival lasted a whole fifteen days. It was a time filled with all the feasting and merrymaking that could be devised. The sounds of revelry were splendid to hear. During the days, there was uproar and at night, people were dancing. Everywhere in the chambers and halls, joy resounded. When New Year was so fresh that it had hardly begun, double helpings of food were served on the dais that day.

Home for the holidays, and there is scarcely any time to read. But Sir Gawain offers all this excitement and an emerald green antagonist. This story seems to transport us to a different world, a world of knights and chivalry, of challenges and adventures. The description of the festival makes us envision a grand and lively scene. The mention of the emerald green antagonist adds an element of mystery and anticipation. We can't help but wonder what will happen next in this captivating tale.

July 15,2025
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**Title: An Interesting Article**

Original Article: This is a short and interesting story. It tells about a strange encounter. One day, a man was walking in the forest and saw a mysterious creature. The creature had big eyes and a long tail. The man was scared at first, but then he became curious. He tried to approach the creature, but it ran away.



Expanded Article: This is a truly short and extremely interesting story that takes us on a captivating journey. It vividly tells about a rather strange encounter that occurred one fine day. A man, while walking peacefully in the dense forest, suddenly caught sight of a mysterious creature. The creature was truly a sight to behold. It had big, bright eyes that seemed to sparkle with an otherworldly light and a long, slender tail that swayed gently. The man was initially filled with fear as this unexpected sight greeted him. However, as time passed, his fear gradually gave way to curiosity. He summoned up his courage and tried to approach the creature slowly. But alas, as soon as he got a little closer, the creature, perhaps sensing his presence, turned and ran away in a flash, leaving the man both amazed and disappointed.

July 15,2025
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Sadakat, doğruluk, sözüne bağlı kalma gibi erdemlerin övüldüğü, okuması keyifli bir ortaçağ meseli vardır.

Yuvarlak masa şövalyesi denince, daha hareketli bir anlatım bekliyordum. Ancak, Gawain'in yaşadığı en büyük zorluk, kendisine kur yapan çekici bir kadına karşı koymaya çalışmak oldu.

Ayrıca, yeşil rengi doğaya bağlayan okumalar yapılıyor gibi görünüyor. Ancak, şiirde üç gün süren av partisinin en ince ayrıntılarıyla anlatıldığını düşününce, pek anlamadım bunu.

Ortaçağ İngiltere'sinin etik değerleri bugünden çok daha farklıdır, mutlaka. Ancak, yine de, tuhaf geldi.

Nazmi Ağıl'ın çevirisi çok akıcıydı. Sanki orijinali de Türkçe yazılmış gibi keyifle okudum. Ancak, metnin kendisi konusunda azıcık hayal kırıklığına uğradım galiba.
July 15,2025
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July 15,2025
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Oh, this was an absolute blast!

I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. The story had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.

And then came that plot twist! It was completely unexpected and took my breath away.

It added a whole new layer of excitement and mystery to the narrative.

I can't wait to review this later and analyze all the details.

The way the author crafted this story is truly remarkable.

I'm already looking forward to reading more of their work.

This was definitely a memorable experience that I won't soon forget.

July 15,2025
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a captivating medieval poem that weaves one of the enchanting tales within the Arthurian legend. It centers around Sir Gawain, the youngest Knight of the Round Table and also King Arthur's nephew. On a fateful New Year's Eve, a mysterious green knight makes a dramatic entrance into King Arthur's court. He issues a peculiar challenge to the knights - a "beheading game". Sir Gawain, with his characteristic courage, accepts this daunting challenge.


According to the rules set by the green Knight, he was to be beheaded by his own axe, and the one who accepts the challenge must expect the same treatment in a year and a day. Sir Gawain bravely chops off the green Knight's head, and the green Knight, to the astonishment of all, retreats with his severed head, instructing Sir Gawain to meet him at the green chapel on the appointed day. As the story unfolds, Sir Gawain embarks on a perilous journey to the green chapel to face his destiny. Along the way, his honor and loyalty are put to the test in various ways.


I have always been intrigued by the legend of King Arthur and his Round Table. However, apart from the childhood fables, I couldn't recall reading any other substantial works on this topic. So, when I came across Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, it truly piqued my interest. I delved into the poetic translation and was immediately drawn into the story. It was fascinating to read the verses as the narrative of courage, strength of character, honesty, and loyalty unfolded before my eyes. Although the story wasn't as great as I had initially expected, it was still good enough to satisfy my curiosity. I'm glad to have finally read a proper Arthurian story and gained a deeper understanding of this rich and captivating legend.

July 15,2025
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This is a truly beautiful book.

I have a deep affection for the captivating tale of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

However, I'm not entirely certain about the intended age range of this specific version.

Since it is written by a children's author and the illustrations are clearly child-oriented, one might assume it is targeted at a younger audience.

But as an adult who has also read the normal paperback version, I can't help but notice that there are certain 'adult' scenes within the story.

These scenes add an interesting layer of complexity and depth that might not be fully appreciated by younger readers.

It makes me wonder if this version was perhaps designed to bridge the gap between children's and adult literature, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

Overall, despite the ambiguity regarding its intended age group, this book remains a fascinating and engaging read.

July 15,2025
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