Tristan and Iseult

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This paper outlines the ordeal of Tristan and Iseult. Specifically, the paper looks at the deep loyalty of Tristan towards King Mark, as well as at the deep feelings of passion aroused in Tristan by Queen Iseult. Finally the paper examines the terrible conflict between Tristan, the loyalty to the former and love of the latter.

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"Tristan and Iseult: A Timeless Battle between Loyalty and Love The following paper will briefly review the tortured love triangle between Tristan, Iseult and King Mark. In so doing, the paper will first examine the deep feelings of Tristan towards King Mark; the paper will then examine the deep feelings Tristan later betrays for the beautiful Iseult. Finally, and most importantly, the paper will conclude by noting the terrible conflict that rages within Tristan - and within King Mark, too - as love tests a deep and vital friendship. In the end, what emerges is a profound insight into how love can betray even the deepest loyalties and bonds. Suffice it to say, Tristan and Iseult is one of the great romantic masterpieces of the western world. To understand the tragic conflict that eventually claims Tristan and his beloved Iseult, it is necessary to understand his deep commitment to King Mark."

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