Le Morte d'Arthur: Volume 1 by Sir Thomas Malory

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Author Malory, Thomas, Sir, -1471
Title Le Morte d'Arthur: Volume 1
Credits Produced by Mike Lough, and David Widger
Summary "Le Morte d'Arthur: Volume 1" by Sir Thomas Malory is a historical account written in the late 15th century. The narrative explores the legendary romances of King Arthur and his noble Knights of the Round Table, detailing their adventures, battles, and code of chivalry. Central figures include King Arthur, Merlin the wizard, and Uther Pendragon, as the book delves into themes of honor, loyalty, and the consequences of desires. The opening of the book introduces the backstory of Uther Pendragon, who falls in love with Igraine, the wife of the Duke of Cornwall. After a series of events fueled by desire and deception, King Arthur is conceived through a manipulation orchestrated by Merlin. The narrative unfolds with Uther's death and the subsequent turmoil as various nobles vie for power, ultimately leading to Arthur's miraculous acquisition of Excalibur and his acceptance as King. Through a series of battles and tournaments, the groundwork is laid for King Arthur's future as a just and noble ruler, facing opposition as he strives to unite the realm. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Arthurian romances
Subject Arthur, King -- Legends
Category Text
EBook-No. 1251
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 3, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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