
A modern American finds himself inexplicably thrust into the legendary world of King Arthur, where chivalry, superstition, and feudal politics dominate every corner. Armed with 19th‑century ingenuity and a skeptical mind, he navigates a landscape of misty valleys, towering oaks, and bustling courts, trying to reconcile his practical sensibilities with medieval customs. The narrative blends vivid descriptions of the English countryside with sharp, witty commentary on the absurdities of both eras.
As he wrestles with uncomfortable armor, missing handkerchiefs, and the relentless heat of a sun‑baked battlefield, his frustrations become a conduit for humor and insight. Twain’s satirical eye exposes the contradictions of progress, the folly of blind tradition, and the enduring human desire for comfort and convenience. Listeners will be drawn into a lively adventure that balances imaginative time travel with a clever critique of society, all delivered in the author’s unmistakably playful voice.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (62K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2004-07-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1835–1910
Best known for bringing the Mississippi River, small-town America, and sharp humor vividly to life, this American writer turned everyday speech into unforgettable literature. Under the pen name Mark Twain, Samuel Langhorne Clemens became one of the most famous and most quoted authors of the 19th century.
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