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Ywain / ɪ ˈ w eɪ n /, also known as Yvain and Owain among other spellings (Ewaine, Ivain, Ivan, Iwain, Iwein, Uwain, Uwaine, Ywan, etc.), is a Knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend, wherein he is often the son of King Urien of Gorre and either the enchantress Modron or the sorceress Morgan le Fay.
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Overall, Owain is best described as an alteration of Chrétien's masterpiece. Apart from the fact that it is shorter, there are distinct differences between Owain and Yvain. Examples include the de-emphasis of reconciliation - the reconciliation of Owain with his lady is mentioned in one line only.
Sir Ywain /ᵻˈweɪn/, also called Owain, Yvain, Ewain or Uwain, is a Knight of the Round Table and the son of King Urien and Morgan le Fay in Arthurian legend. The historical Owain mab Urien, on whom the literary character is based, was the king of Rheged in Great Britain during the late 6th century. Ywain was one of the earliest characters ...
Ywain, also known as Yvain and Owain among other spellings, is a Knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend, wherein he is often the son of King Urien of Gorre and either the enchantress Modron or the sorceress Morgan le Fay. The historical Owain mab Urien, on whom the literary character is based, was the king of Rheged in Great Britain ...
Sir Ywain, also known as Owain or Uwayne, is a legendary knight from Arthurian literature who has captivated readers for centuries. Renowned for his bravery, chivalry, and unwavering loyalty, Sir Ywain’s tales have been passed down through generations, inspiring countless works of art, literature, and even modern adaptations.
Aug 3, 2009 · Owain, or the Lady of the Fountain. One of the Three Welsh romances associated with the Mabinogion, this tale can be found in both the White Book of Rhydderch and the Red Book of Hergest. The...
Yvain, the Knight of the Lion (French: Yvain ou le Chevalier au Lion) is an Arthurian romance by French poet Chrétien de Troyes. It was written c. 1180 simultaneously with Lancelot, the Knight of the Cart, and includes several references to the narrative of that poem.
