King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table

King Arthur makes it his custom to never sit down to a feast before he has heard of some great adventure or some needed quest, and you too will be tempted to do the same after reading this rich classic.

           This book includes the story of how Arthur became the great king he was, the quest of the Holy Grail, and tales of famous and less-known knights both, like Gawain, Percivale, Launcelot, Galahad, and the Knight of the Kitchens.  And of course, there are dozens of maidens fair, as they are the ones who bring tidings of adventure to the Round Table of Logres.    But don’t think all of the characters are good and chivalrous; the crafty Morgana Le Fay is always looking for a way to harm her brother King Arthur, and Sir Mordred may not be what he seems.

           Roger Lancelyn Green records the episodes of these legendary knights with a skillful pen – honestly, I can’t find anything wrong with it.  He writes in a slightly old-fashioned, yet smooth-as-silk manner that draws you right into the story, and I love how the knights uphold the honor of others and of God.  But beware, readers; it seems that all good things on this earth must come to an end, and the unity and friendship of the Round Table doesn’t last forever.  As I read the last chapter, my eyes were literally filled with tears.

           Could it be the best knight of them all who causes the downfall of Logres? Fie! Don’t let this question go unanswered - get your hands on a copy of this book even if you have to slay a dragon to do it.

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