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Medieval Beginnings: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight: Reputation vs Personal Identity

This chapter explores the story of Sir Gawain and Dame Ragnell from the Arthurian legend, focusing on Gawain's constant acquiescence due to his reputation as a perfect gentleman. The comparison is drawn to Marilyn Monroe's experience, highlighting the tension between reputation and personal identity.

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