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King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table

  • 1953 first published
  • 288 pages
  • ★ 4.7 (3 ratings)
  • 25 editions

King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table is a 1953 historical fantasy and mythic fiction novel by Roger Lancelyn Green. Much of the action takes place in England. Characters include Arthur King. Readers will find themes of knights and knighthood, kings and rulers, adaptations and britons.

Open Library readers give it an average of 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, and 60 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 25 editions across 4 languages.

It runs to roughly 288 pages — 5–6 hours of reading at an average pace.

About King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table

King Arthur is one of the greatest legends of all time. From the magical moment when Arthur releases the sword in the stone to the quest for the Holy Grail and the final tragedy of the Last Battle, Roger Lancelyn Green brings the enchanting world of King Arthur stunningly to life.One of the greatest legends of all time, with an inspiring introduction by David Almond, award-winning author of Clay, Skellig, Kit's Wilderness and The Fire-Eaters.
Description from Open Library

Themes, setting & tropes

Genres

Setting

Characters

Subjects

  • England
  • Historical fantasy
  • Arthur, king
  • Arthurian romances
  • Knights and knighthood
  • Kings and rulers
  • Adaptations
  • Britons
  • Folklore
  • Legends
  • Children's fiction
  • Kings, queens, rulers, etc.
  • Fantasy fiction
  • Arthur, king, juvenile literature

Quick answers

Who wrote King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table?

King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table was written by Roger Lancelyn Green and first published in 1953.

What genre is King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table?

It is usually shelved as Historical Fantasy and Myth & Legend Fiction.

How long is King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table?

The median edition has 288 pages, about 5–6 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.

What books are similar to King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table?

Readers who like it often enjoy The Winter King, The Prince and the Pilgrim and The Crystal Cave.

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