| Author |
Clay, Beatrice E. (Beatrice Elizabeth) |
| Title |
Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jennifer Goslee and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion" by Beatrice E. Clay is a collection of retellings of classic Arthurian and Welsh legends written in the early 20th century. This anthology delves into the adventures and legendary tales surrounding the iconic figure of King Arthur, his knights, and notable characters like Merlin, Morgan le Fay, and Sir Lancelot. Through these stories, readers will explore themes of chivalry, honor, and the quest for truth, making it a fascinating read for those interested in mythology and epic tales. At the start of the compilation, the introduction establishes the legendary status of King Arthur and his forebears through a historical lens, highlighting the blend of myth and history surrounding his character. It details the arrival of Arthur into the world, the machinations of Merlin, and the political unrest among the lords after King Uther's death. As Arthur pulls the sword from the stone, a series of events unfolds that leads to his recognition as the true king, his founding of the Round Table, and initial battles against those who question his authority, setting the stage for the rich tapestry of adventures that will ensue throughout the narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
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| Subject |
Folklore -- England
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| Subject |
Arthur, King -- Legends
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| Subject |
Arthurian romances -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Knights and knighthood -- Folklore
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| Subject |
Folklore -- Wales
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15551 |
| Release Date |
Apr 5, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
156 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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