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The Import Of Color Symbolism In Sir Gawain And The Green Knight

The Import Of Color Symbolism In Sir Gawain And The Green Knight

Eagan, Joseph F.

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ISBN10: 1168961165
ISBN13: 9781168961167
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 86
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Import of Color Symbolism in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by Joseph F. Eagan is an academic book that explores the use of color symbolism in the medieval poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The book analyzes the various colors used in the poem, including green, gold, and red, and examines their significance in relation to themes such as honor, chivalry, and temptation.Eagan argues that the use of color symbolism in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a deliberate and sophisticated literary technique that adds depth and complexity to the poem. He draws on a range of literary and historical sources to support his analysis, including medieval bestiaries, Arthurian legends, and the symbolism of the Catholic Church.The book is aimed at scholars and students of medieval literature, and assumes a certain level of familiarity with the poem and its historical context. However, it is also accessible to general readers with an interest in the symbolism and themes of medieval literature.Overall, The Import of Color Symbolism in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight offers a detailed and insightful exploration of one of the most important and intriguing aspects of this classic medieval poem.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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