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ENG 2870
The Romance of Arthur
Students will trace the historical and literary roots of the legend of King Arthur. Readings, films, and discussions center on the evolution of Arthur and notable features of his world: Avalon, Camelot, Merlin, Morgan Le Fay, Guinevere, Lancelot, Gawaine, and Mordred. In poems, chronicles, tales, and romances, major Arthurian images and themes will be examined, such as courtly love, chivalry, the sword of power, the Round Table, the Fisher King, and the Holy Grail. Among several works, the course examines the bardic traditions of the Brythonic Celt as well as the romance cycles of Chretien de Troyes and Sir Thomas Malory. Prerequisites: ENG 1530. C occasionally.