ENGLISH 340

Arthurian Literature

Description

The Arthurian story, from its first passage into French in the twelfth century. The English writings are studied in comparison with their French sources and counterparts (in translation).

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines for 2025 will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2025

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Associate Professor Tracy Adams

Reading/Texts

Most texts are taught in modern English versions, or in parallel-text editions. Links to the works will be provided.

French texts include major romances from Chrétien de Troyes.

English texts include selections from Sir Thomas Malory’s Le Morte Darthur.

 

Prescribed Viewing:

In addition to the readings, we will be watching some Arthuriana films. Information will be provided in class.

Recommended Reading

King Arthur and His Knights: Selected Tales by Sir Thomas Malory, edited by Eugene Vinaver Oxford University Press).

Points

ENGLISH 340: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage II in English or FRENCH 200

Restrictions

ENGLISH 738, 746