
STORIES OF THE DAYS OF KING ARTHUR - By Charles Henry Hanson
With Illustrations By GUSTAVE DORE
PREFACE.
STORIES OF THE DAYS OF KING ARTHUR.
CHAPTER I. MERLIN THE WIZARD.
CHAPTER II. HOW ARTHUR GOT HIS CROWN, HIS QUEEN, AND THE ROUND TABLE.
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CHAPTER III. THE DEEDS AND DEATH OF BALIN
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A lively anthology brings together the most enchanting Arthurian tales for a new generation of listeners. Beginning with the mysterious wizard Merlin, the narrative sets the stage for the rise of a legendary king, weaving together Celtic myths and later medieval romances into a seamless adventure that feels both ancient and fresh.
The collection also offers beloved episodes such as Sir Gawain’s encounter with the Green Knight and the tragic love of Geraint and Enid, all retold with clear, engaging language. By balancing the magical with the heroic, it introduces the core characters and the timeless themes of honor, destiny, and wonder without overwhelming detail, making the world of Camelot accessible and captivating for young ears.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (415K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2013-12-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for retelling great myths and legends for younger readers, this Victorian-era writer turned stories of King Arthur, Homer, and ancient Greece into lively, accessible books. His work has a clear love of adventure, history, and the classical world.
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