The Faerie Queene · Character
Grantorto
A giant tyrant who oppresses Irena, slain by Artegall.
minor
Also known as the great Grantorto
First appearance: Canto I
Grantorto shows up with force in Book V: The Legend of Artegall, or of Justice. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The strong tyrant who unjustly withholds Irena's heritage; his name means 'great wrong'.
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In Book V: The Legend of Artegall, or of Justice: The strong tyrant who unjustly withholds Irena's heritage; his name means 'great wrong'. Later, in Canto I: The strong tyrant who oppresses Irena and withholds her…
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Artegall's pride…
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See Grantorto in Canto I