The Story of King Arthur and his Knights

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The Story of King Arthur and his Knights

by Howard Pyle

EN·~10 hours·1 chapter

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Description

The tale opens with a bustling tournament in London, where Sir Kay’s sword snaps and a young Arthur must fashion a new blade. A mysterious anvil in a chapel tests the strength of many nobles, yet only the future king draws the enchanted sword, confirming his hidden right to rule. Fresh from this miracle, Arthur proves himself in fierce combat, survives a grievous wound, and, with Merlin’s aid, emerges as a leader worthy of the throne.

Soon after, Arthur journeys to Tintagol and Cameliard, where he meets the lady Guinevere and defeats rival dukes, forging alliances that bind the kingdom. He crowns his queen in a regal ceremony, establishing the legendary Round Table where knights pledge loyalty, honor, and camaraderie. The early chapters set the stage for a world of chivalry, magic, and quests that will echo through the ages.

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Language

en

Duration

~10 hours (616K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Suzanne Shell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Release date

2019-08-26

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Howard Pyle

Howard Pyle

1853–1911

Best known for bringing pirates, knights, and Robin Hood to life, this American writer and illustrator helped shape the look of adventure stories for generations. His books blend lively storytelling with a strong visual imagination that still feels vivid today.

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