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In the movie “A Knight’s Tale” there are many effects of fate. William’s many encounters with fate help him change and deal with his life. His fate was to become a thatcher but he was able to change this, he persevered and worked through many obstacles to have the ability to change this. He was able to become a knight, find his father, and defeat Adhemar in the last jousting battle. As a child his father left William with King Hector, he told William to change his stars so that he could…

My first impression upon reading The Tower of the Elephant by Robert E. Howard was that Conan is the classic example of a hero starting at the lowest of low, and then doing great things despite this low status. Conan began the story as nothing more than a drunken barbarian seeking to gain wealth when he gains word of a magical gem hidden away in the Tower of the Elephant. Once he reached the Elephant tower and encountered Yag-Kosha who explains that Yara is evil and must be defeated by Conan.…

In the book I am Mordred there is a “White Stag” it represent King Arthur. White is traditionally seen as a symbol of purity or goodliness. While a stag represents leadership or bravery. King Arthur is all of those things, he is a good leader to his people. Mordred’s fishermother stated ,”Thank the goodliness of our blessed King Arthur” this sentence tells us that King Arthur was appreciated by his citizens. There is another piece of evidence that supports his goodliness. Pelleas was telling…

In the novel The Crystal Cave, social status supports the plot. In the novel, Merlin is the bastard son of Niniane. His father was unnamed in the beginning, and because of that, he spent his childhood getting mocked and bullied. He is also brought to Vortigern because Vortigern believes that the blood of a child without a father can help support his castle. Cerdic, a slave was executed for leaving out oil that caused Merlin’s grandfather to slip and die. The time period also supports the plot.…

The soft morning sun illuminated the forest, and the two men moved westward. As they walked at a brisk clip, Percival asked, "About those senses… do you get them often? Some say people who get senses have magic. I'm not scared if you do have magic, by the way. Just curious." "Now and again I get strong — I don't know how to explain them — feelings," said Lancelot, his tone measured and even. Lancelot most assuredly did not have any magical skills… he was nothing like Merlin, who possessed the…

(1905) and Portrait of Gertrude Stein (1906) are terri c examples of Picasso’s Pink Period. Pablo’s work started becoming more abstract. Quick strokes, unblended intense colors, dis gured- yet proportionate- beings conceived the rst cubist painting, Les Demoiselles d’Avignon (1907). The Fruit Dish (1909) followed displaying a very two dimensional view with analogous colors and choppy shading. In 1921, Picasso reached the peak of his style with the Three Musicians. It breathes pure, classic…

Arthur tapped Fredrick's left shoulder with Excalibur and then his right. "Arise, Sir Fredrick, Knight of Camelot and defender of the crown." "Heaven help me," he prayed under his breath before rising to his feet. Arthur had a small smirk on his face as if he'd heard the comment and Fredrick wasn't entirely sure how to take the king pleasure in his discomfort. He was a knight of Camelot now, a place he'd never aspired to. His fellows who really knew him would do the same when they found out.…

In the old English tale Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Sir Gawain displays many different aspects of his character. At the beginning of the novel, Sir Gawain is seen as brave, honorable. He steps up to the daring challenge presented by the Green Knight, saying “I am the slightest, the dullest of them all;/ My life the least, my death no loss” (Sir Gawain 354-356). This shows Gawain’s bravery, and embraces his code of honor. As he sets out on his quest, the reader is given a clear picture of…

The Hollow Hills We all know the tales of King Arthur from British folklore. But, have you heard the story told in a magician’s perspective. Mary Stewart does an excellent job of recreating that well-known legend being told by the legendary Merlin the enchanter. She was born in Sunderland, England in 1916. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and later went on to get her Master’s Degree. Before she began writing about legends, she started out writing in the romantic genre of…

Merlin hesitated outside the royal chambers, breakfast tray clutched in his hands. Though Arthur hadn't said anything the previous day there was no way he would let it go completely. He took a deep breath and willed the anxiety out of his face before pushing the door open. Arthur was already at his desk and didn't look up, focused on whatever documents he was reviewing. Good; maybe he'd be able to escape before the conversation started. "So, Balinor." Merlin's whole body flinched…