Le Morte Darthur: resumen de Chapter 490

Qué sucede

1. Sir Mordred circulates forged news of Arthur’s death, secures election as king, and receives his crown at Canterbury.
2. Queen Guenever pretends to accept Mordred’s marriage plans, gains permission to visit London, and fortifies the Tower against him.
3. Mordred besieges the Tower, but Guenever refuses to surrender despite his attacks, threats, and appeals.
4. The Bishop of Canterbury condemns Mordred, pronounces a curse, and flees near Glastonbury when Mordred seeks his death.
5. News of Arthur’s return prompts Mordred to summon supporters, many of whom prefer his rule to Arthur’s wars.
6. The narrator condemns English disloyalty as Mordred marches to Dover to prevent his father’s landing.

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