The Last Enchantment
The Last Enchantment is a 1979 historical fantasy and romantasy novel by Mary Stewart. Much of the action takes place in Camelot and Great Britain. Characters include Arthur King and Merlin. Key subjects include Merlin, adaptations, wizards and britons.
Open Library readers give it an average of 4.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, and 36 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 25 editions across 4 languages.
At about 512 pages, most readers finish it in 9–10 hours.
About The Last Enchantment
Follow Merlin through a candid tale of adventure, enchantment and wonder as he spurs Arthur and his knights through a destiny to build Camelot and thwart evil; this almost bibliographical novel of Merlin's story gives a fresh take and gives deeper insight into the tales of King Arthur then is found in more common literature.
Awards & lists
- ✦Locus Awards 1980 — Best Fantasy Novel (nominee)
Quick answers
Who wrote The Last Enchantment?
The Last Enchantment was written by Mary Stewart and first published in 1979.
What genre is The Last Enchantment?
It is usually shelved as Historical Fantasy, Romantasy, Myth & Legend Fiction and Historical Romance.
How long is The Last Enchantment?
The median edition has 512 pages, about 9–10 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to The Last Enchantment?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Winter King, The acts of King Arthur and his noble knights and A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court.
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