Jessie L. Weston Books

Jessie Laidlay Weston was an independent scholar and folklorist, primarily focused on medieval Arthurian texts. Her work delves into the depths of legends and myths, exploring themes of sacrifice and denial through meticulous analysis of medieval works. Weston's approach was rooted in dedicated study, aiming to uncover the hidden meanings and cultural resonances within these ancient narratives. Her lifelong dedication illuminates the enduring appeal of Arthurian lore and its significance in literary and folkloric heritage.

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
144 pages
6 hours of reading
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HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. A green horse great and tall; A steed full stiff to guide, In broidered bridle all He worthily bestrides Dating from around 1400 and composed by an anonymous writer, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight was first translated and published almost 200 years ago. Its epic nature has not been dimmed by time: the classic story of a knight on a green steed challenging Sir Gawain to a monumental wager, it is a strange tale full of decapitations, seduction and magic. Soon to be brought to the big screen, Sir Gawain is one of the earliest great stories of English literature.
From ritual to romance
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A study of the Grail legend explores the saga's Gnostic roots and its relationship to ancient nature cults that associated the physical condition of the king with the productivity of the land.

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

From ritual to romance