A comparison and contrast of the role of Merlin in Arthurian Mythology
Date Submitted: 12/19/2004 23:26:22
Category: / Literature / European Literature
Length: 4 pages (962 words)
Category: / Literature / European Literature
Length: 4 pages (962 words)
Merlin is one of the most well known figures in Arthurian Mythology, with numerous texts and films written about him. Merlin is best known for his role in the coronation of King Arthur, and his magical powers. However, the role of Merlin in the Arthurian cycle of stories varies from author to author, because of the values and attitudes prevalent in society at the time of writing. In this essay, I will give an overview …
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…to magician to prophet. The role of Merlin in the cycle of stories is influenced mainly by the prevalent values and attitudes of society at the time of writing, and therefore his actual role varies from the original telling by Geoffrey of Monmouth, showing Merlin as a powerful and wise mage, to the newer Hollywood versions of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, showing Merlin as a simple advisor to King Arthur.
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