Explore the early tale of chivalry and temptation in a classic Arthurian romance.
This edition presents The Marriage of Geraint and Geraint and Enid as two linked idylls, framed by G. C. Macaulay’s introductions and scholarly notes. It situates the story within the larger Idylls of the King while offering fresh, nineteenth‑century language and context for modern readers.
- Follow Geraint and Enid as their marriage faces trust, rumor, and the first signs of corruption within the Round Table.
- See how Arthur’s realm is portrayed in a society of knights, vows, and moral tests, with careful commentary on character and motive.
- Learn about the Fair and the Fateful: how love, suspicion, and duty shape choices that echo through the legend.
- Access detailed notes on names, places, and linguistic choices that illuminate the verse and its references.
Ideal for fans of Arthurian legend, classic poetry, and scholarly introductions that enhance understanding without spoiling the mood of the tale.