Publisher's Synopsis
""King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table"" by Rupert S. Holland is a classic retelling of the legendary tale of King Arthur and his knights. The book begins with the story of Arthur's birth and his upbringing by the wizard Merlin. It then follows Arthur as he becomes king and establishes his court at Camelot, where he forms the Knights of the Round Table. The book chronicles the adventures of the knights, including Sir Lancelot, Sir Galahad, and Sir Gawain, as they go on quests to defend the kingdom and uphold the code of chivalry. The book also includes the stories of the sword Excalibur, the Lady of the Lake, and the betrayal of Arthur by his own son, Mordred. Holland's retelling is a classic and engaging version of the tale that has captivated readers for centuries.1919. Those who love brave and knightly deeds, those who love the gorgeous trappings of the mediaeval romance, come to the story of Arthur and his Round Table, of Lancelot and Perceval and Galahad and Gawain, of Guinevere and Elaine, and of the Quest for the Holy Grail, and there shall be found the glories that you seek. The king and his knights ride out from Camelot. Here shall you join them on their great adventures! Contents are divided into the following sections: The Coming of Arthur and the Founding of the Round Table; The Champions of the Round Table; Sir Galahad and the Quest of the Holy Grail; and The Passing of Arthur.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
