Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 445 summary
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In Chapter 445, Sir Bors de Ganis finds Sir Launcelot wounded at a hermitage and asks forgiveness, but Launcelot blames his own pride for the injury. Bors reports the queen’s anger and discusses the maiden of Astolat’s devotion, while Launcelot regains his health within three or four days.
What happens
- Sir Lavaine’s men meet Sir Bors de Ganis in Winchester, and Lavaine takes him to the hermitage.
- Bors weeps over Launcelot’s condition and asks forgiveness for wounding him.
- Launcelot accepts responsibility because his pride and concealed identity expose him to attacks from his own kin.
- Bors reports the queen’s anger over the red sleeve and explains how Sir Gawaine identifies Launcelot.
- Bors praises the maiden of Astolat’s devotion, but Launcelot finds her love troubling.
- Within three or four days, Launcelot becomes healthy and strong again.

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Launcelot turns away from blame and regret toward recovery. His response allows the cousins to discuss other troubles.
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How does Sir Gawaine discover Launcelot’s identity?

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