Tales of King Arthur and the Round Table, Adapted from the Book of Romance by Lang et al.
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| Compiler | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
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| Editor | Allen, J. C. |
| Illustrator | Ford, H. J. (Henry Justice), 1860-1941 |
| Title | Tales of King Arthur and the Round Table, Adapted from the Book of Romance |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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Produced by Ron McBeth, Stephen Hutcheson, and the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Summary | "Tales of King Arthur and the Round Table," adapted from the Book of Romance by Andrew Lang et al., is a collection of Arthurian legends likely written in the early 20th century. This compilation showcases the enchanting tales of King Arthur, his noble knights, and the mythical elements surrounding them, including the legendary sword Excalibur and the quest for the Holy Grail. The stories explore themes of chivalry, bravery, and the intricate relationships between the characters, particularly King Arthur and his closest comrades. At the start of the collection, the narrative introduces the chaotic state of Britain after the death of King Uther Pendragon, highlighting the quest to find a rightful king. It presents the monumental moment when Arthur, at that time unaware of his lineage, pulls the sword from the stone, thus proving his right to the throne. The opening chapters also depict Arthur's counsel with Merlin, the enchanting sword Excalibur, and the beginning of the famed Round Table, setting the stage for the epic adventures and trials that will define the lives of Arthur and his knights. The rich tapestry of characters and events promises readers an engaging journey through romance and heroism. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Folklore -- England |
| Subject | Arthur, King -- Legends |
| Subject | Arthurian romances -- Adaptations |
| Subject | Knights and knighthood -- Folklore |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49057 |
| Release Date | May 27, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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