The Faerie Queene · Character
Irena
A lady whose kingdom is usurped by Grantorto, rescued by Artegall.
minor
Also known as the faire Irena
First appearance: Canto I
Irena shows up with force in Book V: The Legend of Artegall, or of Justice. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The distressed lady whose heritage is withheld by the tyrant Grantorto; she appeals to the Faery Queene for redress.
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In Book V: The Legend of Artegall, or of Justice: The distressed lady whose heritage is withheld by the tyrant Grantorto; she appeals to the Faery Queene for redress. Later, in Canto I: The distressed lady whose…
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- Virtues and Vices
- Love and Chastity
- Temperance and Holiness
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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 Irena in Canto I