Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 118: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Arthur holds his Pentecost feast at Kink-Kenadon, observing his custom of waiting for a marvel before eating.
2. Sir Gawaine sees three riders and a dwarf, then tells Arthur that strange adventures approach.
3. Two richly dressed men support a tall young stranger as he enters the hall and approaches Arthur.
4. The stranger requests three gifts, asking for food and drink now and reserving two requests for the same feast next year.
5. Arthur grants his request, suspects noble birth, and places the unnamed youth under Sir Kay’s care.
6. Sir Kay calls him Beaumains because of his hands, assigns him to the kitchen, and mocks his modest request.

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Kay treats the request for basic provisions as evidence of low birth. His judgment contrasts with Arthur’s favorable impression and explains his contempt.

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