Le Morte Darthur by Sir Thomas Malory
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| Author | Malory, Thomas, Sir, -1471 |
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| Editor | Caxton, William, 1422?-1492? |
| Editor | Strachey, Edward, Sir, 1812-1901 |
| Title |
Le Morte Darthur Sir Thomas Malory's Book of King Arthur and his Noble Knights of the Round Table |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Le Morte Darthur" by Sir Thomas Malory is a legendary epic narrative and historical romance written in the late 15th century. The book recounts the tales of King Arthur, his knights, and the legendary events surrounding the Round Table. Its focus is on themes of chivalry, honor, and the complexities of love and betrayal, primarily featuring iconic figures such as King Arthur, Guinevere, Lancelot, and the quest for the Holy Grail. The opening of "Le Morte Darthur" introduces the reader to the origins of the Arthurian legend, beginning with the story of Arthur's conception under the reign of Uther Pendragon and leading into his rise to kingship. The text suggests a blend of historical detail and mythical narrative as it explores Arthur's relationships with key figures, such as Merlin, and the establishment of the Round Table. Furthermore, Malory's prose captures significant events that shape the destiny of Arthur and his knights, hinting at the trials of love and loyalty that they will face, setting the stage for the epic journey of honor against adversity throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Arthurian romances |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46853 |
| Release Date | Sep 14, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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