Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 314 summary
Chapter 314 of 503 · 3 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 314, Sir Tristram recognizes the disguised Sir Palamides, hears his explanation for changing sides, and forgives his attack during the tournament. At their meal, La Beale Isoud describes Palamides’s deliberate exchange of armor and pursuit of Tristram, but Tristram accepts his excuse again, leaving her silent.
What happens
- After the tournament, Sir Palamides accompanies Sir Tristram, Gareth, Dinadan, and La Beale Isoud while still disguised.
- Tristram recognizes Palamides after asking the unwanted knight to leave their company.
- Palamides claims he mistakes Tristram for the King of Ireland and changes sides because he thinks Tristram joins Launcelot.
- Tristram explains how he wins the Irish arms from Sir Marhaus and forgives Palamides.
- At the meal, Isoud accuses Palamides of deliberately changing armor to attack Tristram.
- Palamides repeats his denial, Tristram forgives him again, and Isoud lowers her head without further speech.
Free for 3 months
Get the full summary of La muerte de Arturo, free
- 200,000+ classics as eBooks, audiobooks and 15-minute summaries, and print and large print at cost
- Up to 5 readers in your home on one plan
Empieza 90 días gratisNothing to pay today. 0,14 USD a day in the first year, then 0,27 USD a day.
In this chapter
What to notice
Tristram chooses forgiveness even after Isoud describes deliberate betrayal. His response ends the dispute without securing her agreement.
Quick check
What does Isoud say Palamides does before returning to attack Tristram?
Free for 3 months
Get the full summary of La muerte de Arturo, free
- 200,000+ classics as eBooks, audiobooks and 15-minute summaries, and print and large print at cost
- Up to 5 readers in your home on one plan
Empieza 90 días gratisNothing to pay today. 0,14 USD a day in the first year, then 0,27 USD a day.
200,000+ classics to read, hear and hold
15-minute summaries today, eBooks and audiobooks as each book opens, and printed books, large print included, at cost.
Try 3 months free
