Le Morte d’Arthur
by Sir Thomas Malory

Le Morte d’Arthur: Mood 1 key example

Definition of Mood

The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect of a piece of writing... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes... read full definition
Book 21
Explanation and Analysis:

The mood of individual stories in the book tends to be celebratory. Arthur's knights usually win their battles and accomplish what they set out to do. For example, in Book 5, Arthur and his knights pull off a stunning win against Emperor Lucius and 100,000 men. And although not everyone manages to find the Sangreal, Galahad, Percivale, and Sir Bors work together to successfully fulfill Merlin's prophecy that Galahad would be pure enough to achieve it. The knights' regular gathering for the Pentecost feast gives them and the reader a chance to reflect on and celebrate the knights' impressive achievements thus far.