Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
Throughout the medieval period, the anonymous fourteenth century poet truly showed the meaning of a medieval romance in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. Many elements are to be understood in order to get the most out of reading the poem. The author gave us thorough and detailed visions in the poem that taught us and at the same time, delighted our senses. So, throughout the entire poem the Gawain poet does a superb job at teaching and delighting our senses.
Sir Gawain delights us with his actions as he performs true examples of chivalry and courtesy. Throughout the first fit, Sir Gawain shows us his bravery in stepping up to the Green Knight’s challenge. As he takes the axe away from King Arthur, he teaches us the importance of withholding our pacts and promises and at the same time shows his utmost bravery. Sir Gawain agrees to the Green Knight’s pact and takes advice from King Arthur with all respect: “ ‘Cousin, take care,’ s...