Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 169 summary
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In Chapter 169, Sir Tristram demands a lady from Sir Bleoberis, and their long fight ends without a winner when they exchange names and acknowledge their regard for Sir Launcelot. They agree that the lady may choose between them, but the unit ends before she makes her choice.
What happens
- Sir Tristram catches Sir Bleoberis and demands the lady, defending Cornish knights against his opponent’s scorn.
- Both knights knock each other from their horses, then fight with swords for more than two hours.
- Sir Bleoberis pauses the fight to ask his opponent’s name, and Sir Tristram identifies himself and his family.
- Sir Bleoberis recognizes Tristram’s victories and names himself as a nephew of Sir Launcelot du Lake.
- Their shared regard for Launcelot ends the fight, and they agree to let the lady choose her companion.
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What to notice
Bleoberis replaces the contest of strength with the lady’s choice. Tristram agrees, although he assumes she prefers him.
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What agreement ends the dispute over the lady?
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