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The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights

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The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights is a classic fantasy and folklore and fairy tales novel by Knowles, James, Sir and Malory, Thomas, Sir, -1471.

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About The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights

"The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights" by Sir James Knowles is a collection of Arthurian tales adapted from Sir Thomas Malory's original works, likely written in the mid-19th century. This volume seeks to popularize the legends surrounding King Arthur, Merlin, and the Knights of the Round Table, setting the stage for a rich exploration of chivalry, valor, and adventure during a mythical time in Britain. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the ancient context of Merlin's prophecies, the rise of King Arthur, and the overarching theme of rightful leadership. The narrative begins with King Vortigern attempting to build a castle thwarted by mysterious forces, leading to the discovery of Merlin, who foretells the rise of Arthur. As Arthur grows in secrecy, unaware of his royal lineage, the story establishes his destiny to unite Britain, culminating in significant events like the extraction of the sword from the stone, which marks him as the true king. Amid prophecies, battles, and the emergence of noble knights, the opening lays a foundation for the rich tapestry of legends that follow.
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Themes, setting & tropes

Genres

Subjects

  • Folklore, England
  • Arthur, King, Legends
  • Arthurian romances, Adaptations
  • Knights and knighthood, Folklore

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Who wrote The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights?

The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights was written by Knowles, James, Sir and Malory, Thomas, Sir, -1471.

What genre is The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights?

It is usually shelved as Classic Fantasy and Fairy Tales & Folklore.

Is The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights free to read?

Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

Is there a free audiobook of The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights?

Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 9 h 48 min.

What books are similar to The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights?

Readers who like it often enjoy The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, Tales of King Arthur and the Round Table, Adapted from the Book of Romance and The Story of Sir Launcelot and His Companions.

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