The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights
Arthurian expert Sir James Knowles brings together fourteen tales of King Arthur and his knights, inspired by Alfred, Lord Tennyson's first four 'Idylls of the King'.

Here is a fascinating journey through the land of ancient England where magic, mystery and warring factions come together in cataclysmic fashion. Beginning with the finding of the wizard Merlin, Sir James recounts the discovery of the legendary sword Excalibur, King Arthur's victory over the Saxons and his marriage to the beautiful Guinevere, as well as his battles against armies from Europe and his evasion of Queen Morgan's attempts to kill him with a magic garment.

Tales include:
• The Prophecies of Merlin and the Birth of Arthur
• The Miracle of the Sword and Stone
• The Lady of the Lake
• The Founding of the Round Table
• The Adventures of Sir Gawain

Revealing the escapades of the Knights of the Round Table, such as Lancelot, Bedivere, Bors, Modred, Tristram and Galahad, as they seek to protect Arthur's kingdom, we discover how these fabled figures found their destiny.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Classic Myths and Legends brings together beautiful retellings of mythologies from different traditions, from Celtic to Native American.

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The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights
Arthurian expert Sir James Knowles brings together fourteen tales of King Arthur and his knights, inspired by Alfred, Lord Tennyson's first four 'Idylls of the King'.

Here is a fascinating journey through the land of ancient England where magic, mystery and warring factions come together in cataclysmic fashion. Beginning with the finding of the wizard Merlin, Sir James recounts the discovery of the legendary sword Excalibur, King Arthur's victory over the Saxons and his marriage to the beautiful Guinevere, as well as his battles against armies from Europe and his evasion of Queen Morgan's attempts to kill him with a magic garment.

Tales include:
• The Prophecies of Merlin and the Birth of Arthur
• The Miracle of the Sword and Stone
• The Lady of the Lake
• The Founding of the Round Table
• The Adventures of Sir Gawain

Revealing the escapades of the Knights of the Round Table, such as Lancelot, Bedivere, Bors, Modred, Tristram and Galahad, as they seek to protect Arthur's kingdom, we discover how these fabled figures found their destiny.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Classic Myths and Legends brings together beautiful retellings of mythologies from different traditions, from Celtic to Native American.

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Arthurian expert Sir James Knowles brings together fourteen tales of King Arthur and his knights, inspired by Alfred, Lord Tennyson's first four 'Idylls of the King'.

Here is a fascinating journey through the land of ancient England where magic, mystery and warring factions come together in cataclysmic fashion. Beginning with the finding of the wizard Merlin, Sir James recounts the discovery of the legendary sword Excalibur, King Arthur's victory over the Saxons and his marriage to the beautiful Guinevere, as well as his battles against armies from Europe and his evasion of Queen Morgan's attempts to kill him with a magic garment.

Tales include:
• The Prophecies of Merlin and the Birth of Arthur
• The Miracle of the Sword and Stone
• The Lady of the Lake
• The Founding of the Round Table
• The Adventures of Sir Gawain

Revealing the escapades of the Knights of the Round Table, such as Lancelot, Bedivere, Bors, Modred, Tristram and Galahad, as they seek to protect Arthur's kingdom, we discover how these fabled figures found their destiny.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Classic Myths and Legends brings together beautiful retellings of mythologies from different traditions, from Celtic to Native American.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9789360469801
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Publication date: 01/01/2024
Pages: 208
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.48(d)

About the Author

Sir James Knowles, thru his acclaimed work ""The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights,"" emerges as a literary maestro whose brilliance lies in weaving ancient analysis into the cloth of his narratives. This masterpiece serves as a testament to Knowles' dedication to connecting readers with the wealthy tapestry of Arthurian legend. His writing transcends mere storytelling; it will become a bridge that fosters understanding and connection among individuals. Knowles infuses his works with creativity and ardour, guiding readers via numerous nation-states of feelings and reports. His prose, each stylish and on hand, ensures that everyone can partake inside the entertainment of his superb memories, making the historic and legendary elements of King Arthur's memories relatable to a broad target market. Sir Thomas Malory, in his magnum opus ""Le Morte d'Arthur,"" showcases brilliance as an author with the aid of seamlessly mixing historical analysis with compelling narratives. His writing serves as a conduit for connection and information, resonating with readers on a profound degree. Malory's works are characterised by means of creativity and passion, providing readers a adventure via various emotional landscapes. His writing fashion, marked with the aid of each beauty and simplicity, invitations everybody to immerse themselves in the enchanting narratives, making sure that the timeless memories of King Arthur and his knights continue to be accessible and exciting for generations.

Table of Contents

Chapter I 13

The Finding of Merlin

The Fight of the Dragons

The Giants' Dance

The Prophecies of Merlin and the Birth of Arthur

Uther attacks the Saxons

The Death of Uther

Chapter II 24

Merlin's Advice to the Archbishop

The Miracle of the Sword and Stone

The Coronation of King Arthur

The Opposition of the Six Kings

The Sword Excalibur

The Defeat of the Six Kings

The War with the Eleven Kings

Chapter III 41

The Adventure of the Questing Beast

The Siege of York

The Battles of Celidon Forest and Badon Hill

King Arthur drives the Saxons from the Realm

The Embassy from Rome

The King rescues Merlin

The Knight of the Fountain

Chapter IV 56

King Arthur conquers Ireland and Norway

Slays the Giant of St. Michael's Mount and conquers Gaul

King Ryence's Insolent Message

The Damsel and the Sword

The Lady of the Lake

The Adventures of Sir Balin

Chapter V 69

Sir Balin kills Sir Lancear

The Sullen Knight

The Knight Invisible is killed

Sir Balin smites the Dolorous Stroke, and fights with his brother Sir Balan

Chapter VI 83

The Marriage of King Arthur and Guinevere

The Coronation of the Queen

The Founding of the Round Table

The Quest of the White Hart

The Adventures of Sir Gawain

The Quest of the White Hound

Sir Tor kills Abellius

The Adventures of Sir Pellinore

The Death of Sir Hantzlake

Merlin saves King Arthur

Chapter VII 101

King Arthur and Sir Accolon of Gaul are entrapped by Sir Damas

They fight each other through Enchantment of Queen Morgan le Fay

Sir Damas is compelled to surrender all his Lands to Sir Outzlake his Brother their Rightful Owner

Queen Morgan essays to kill King Arthur with a Magic Garment

Her Damsel is compelled to wear it and is thereby burned to Cinders

Chapter VIII 113

A Second Embassy from Rome

King Arthur's Answer

The Emperor assembles his Armies

King Arthur slays the Emperor

Sir Gawain and Sir Prianius

The Lombards are defeated

King Arthur crowned at Rome

Chapter IX 126

The Adventures of Sir Lancelot

He and his Cousin Sir Lionel set forth

The Four Witch-Queens

King Bagdemagus

Sir Lancelot slays Sir Turquine and delivers his Captive Knights

The Foul Knight

Sir Gaunter attacks Sir Lancelot

The Four Knights

Sir Lancelot comes to the Chapel Perilous

Ellawes the Sorceress

The Lady and the Falcon

Sir Bedivere and the Dead Lady

Chapter X 150

Beaumains is made a Kitchen Page by Sir Key

He claims the Adventure of the Damsel Linet

He fights with Sir Lancelot and is knighted by him in his True Name of Gareth

Is flouted by the Damsel Linet

But overthrows all Knights he meets and sends them to King Arthur's Court

He delivers the Lady Lyones from the Knight of the Redlands

The Tournament before Castle Perilous

Marriage of Sir Gareth and the Lady Lyones

Chapter XI 182

The Adventures of Sir Tristram

His Stepmother

He is knighted

Fights with Sir Marhaus

Sir Palomedes and La Belle Isault

Sir Bleoberis and Sir Segwarides

Sir Tristram's Quest

His Return

The Castle Pluere

Sir Brewnor is slain

Sir Kay Hedius

La Belle Isault's Hound

Sir Dinedan refuses to fight

Sir Pellinore follows Sir Tristram

Sir Brewse-without-pity

The Tournament at the Maiden's Castle

Sir Palomedes and Sir Tristram

Chapter XII 220

Merlin is bewitched by a Damsel of the Lady of the Lake

Galahad knighted by Sir Lancelot

The Perilous Seat

The Marvellous Sword

Sir Galahad in the Perilous Seat

The Sangreal

The Knights vow themselves to its Quest

The Shield of the White Knight

The Fiend of the Tomb

Sir Galahad at the Maiden's Castle

The Sick Knight and the Sangreal

Sir Lancelot declared unworthy to find the Holy Vessel

Sir Percival seeks Sir Galahad

The Black Steed

Sir Bors and the Hermit

Sir Pridan le Noir

Sir Lionel's Anger

He meets Sir Percival

The ship 'Faith'

Sir Galahad and Earl Hernox

The Leprous Lady

Sir Galahad discloses himself to Sir Lancelot

They part

The Blind King Evelake

Sir Galahad finds the Sangreal

His Death

Chapter XIII 265

The Queen quarrels with Sir Lancelot

She is accused of Murder

Her Champion proves her innocence

The Tourney at Camelot

Sir Lancelot in the Tourney

Sir Baldwin the Knight-Hermit

Elaine, the Maid of Astolat, seeks for Sir Lancelot

She tends his Wounds

Her Death

The Queen and Sir Lancelot are reconciled

Chapter XIV 286

Sir Lancelot attacked by Sir Agravaine, Sir Modred, and thirteen other Knights

He slays them all but Sir Modred

He leaves the-Court

Sir Modred accuses him to the King

The Queen condemned to be burnt

Her rescue by Sir Lancelot and flight with him

The War between Sir Lancelot and the King

The Enmity of Sir Gawain

The Usurpation of Sir Modred

The Queen retires to a Nunnery

Sir Lancelot goes on Pilgrimage

The Battle of Barham Downs

Sir Bedivere and the Sword Excalibur

The Death of King Arthur

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