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Synopsis
The legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table has held readers spellbound for some eight hundred years. It is the essence of romance: a mythical world of heroes and noble deeds, of chivalry and magic, of quests for love and honor. Yet it is a world containing the seeds of its own destruction. In Chronicles of King Arthur, Andrea Hopkins brings to life the great medeval story-cycle known as the Matter of Britain, drawing on the romance masterpieces of such writers as Geoffrey of Monmouth, Sir Thomas Malory, and Chretien de Troyes. She recounts the myths of Arthur and his knights in the authentic voices of the medieval authors. Brimming with art from illuminated manuscripts, woodcuts, paintings, and sculptures, supported by boxed essays focusing on the archetypal historical, literary, and legendary background, Chronicles of King Arthur is a rich tapestry of language and imagery, a delight for anyone who again wants to read these great captivating myths of the Western world.
Is Chronicles of King Arthur appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This retelling of Arthurian legends contains medieval romance themes including adultery (Lancelot/Guinevere), battles and combat between knights, and the tragic downfall of Camelot. The authentic medieval voices preserve period sensibilities around violence and courtly love.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, cheating, and war (see the full list above).
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Who'll love this
Readers will be captivated by the legendary knights, magical quests, and the doomed glory of Camelot told in authentic medieval style with beautiful historical artwork.