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Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 337 summary

Chapter 337 of 503 · 4 min to read the chapter

In Chapter 337, Sir Percivale secretly leaves his brother, rescues Sir Persides from imprisonment, and sends him to King Arthur with news of the rescue. He commits himself to finding Sir Launcelot du Lake and refuses to return to court until his reputation surpasses those of Sir Kay and Sir Mordred.

What happens

  1. After an unsuccessful search for Sir Launcelot, Sir Percivale secretly leaves Cardican with Sir Aglovale’s squire.
  2. At a bridge, Sir Percivale cuts Sir Persides free from a chain, slightly wounding him through his armor.
  3. Sir Percivale defeats an approaching knight and forces the castle’s lady to release Sir Persides’ servants.
  4. After spending the night at Sir Persides’ castle, Sir Percivale sends him to court with messages about his quest and reputation.
  5. Sir Aglovale objects to his brother’s departure, while Sir Persides praises Percivale and King Arthur supports his promise.

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What to notice

Percivale makes finding Launcelot a condition of returning. His message also asks his brother to stop searching for him.

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Why does the lady imprison Sir Persides?

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