This classic tale of chivalry and heroism tells the story of Sir Gawain and his quest to prove his worth as a knight. Written in the fourteenth century, this anonymous work of literature is a masterpiece of medieval literature. Charlton Miner Lewis offers a skillful translation of this classic story, making it accessible to modern readers while still preserving its original beauty and power. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.