Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, translated by Burton Raffel, is a classic Arthurian tale of chivalry, honor, and temptation. The story follows Sir Gawain, a knight of King Arthur's Round Table, who accepts a challenge from the mysterious Green Knight. Gawain beheads the Green Knight in a game that requires the Green Knight to return the blow in a year and a day. The narrative unfolds as Gawain embarks on a quest to fulfill his end of the bargain, facing trials of courage, loyalty, and temptation along the way. The translator's introduction provides context for the poem's historical and literary significance, while the afterword by Neil D. Isaacs offers further insights into its themes and interpretations. Raffel's translation captures the poetic beauty and moral complexity of the original Middle English text, making it accessible to modern readers.
The classic translation by Burton Raffel.
With an Introduction by the translator and an Afterword by Neil D. Isaacs
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