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The Story of King Arthur and His Knights by Howard Pyle | Dover Publications
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008252
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9780486214450
Grade 5-AD
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This book chronicles the adventures Arthur has on his journey to becoming king. It includes everything from pulling Excalibur from an anvil to adventures with Merlin and various knights.
Publisher's Description of The Story of King Arthur and His Knights by Howard Pyle | Dover Publications
In this enchanting version of the story of King Arthur, the renowned American illustrator and storyteller Howard Pyle displays his unique talent for capturing and stimulating the imaginations of the young. Inventively retold and vividly illustrated, these stories describe the perilous and thrilling adventures of King Arthur and his knights in that glorious age of chivalry and honor.
After showing how Arthur established his right to the throne by drawing the sword from the anvil, the author then relates the story of Arthur's battle with the Sable Knight and his securing the sword Excalibur ― "the most beautiful and the most famous sword in all the world." He tells of Arthur's confrontations with the Duke of North Umber and Sir Pellias, describes King Arthur's wooing and wedding the Lady Guinevere, and tells of the establishment of the Round Table. Tales are told, too, of Arthur's knights, including Merlin the Wise, Sir Pellias (or the Gentle Knight) and of course, Sir Gawaine. One of the key points in the book is Arthur's search for the answer to the riddle "What is it that a woman most desires?" with his life at stake.
This is the definitive children's version of the Arthurian legend, for generations a special favorite with youngsters of all ages. Its reputation, richly deserved, rests as much upon the illustrations as on the delightful tales themselves. And no wonder, for as an illustrator of children's books, Pyle had no peer. Bold and unforgettable as only Pyle's skilled hand could make them, these drawings convey at a glance the whole aura of that splendid age and help to make this a book that boys and girls will cherish for years to come.
These stories have inspired numerous film adaptations, including the 2017 release
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword
, directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Charlie Hunnam, Jude Law, Eric Bana, Djimon Hounsou, and Annabelle Wallis.
Reprint of the first 1903 edition.
After showing how Arthur established his right to the throne by drawing the sword from the anvil, the author then relates the story of Arthur's battle with the Sable Knight and his securing the sword Excalibur ― "the most beautiful and the most famous sword in all the world." He tells of Arthur's confrontations with the Duke of North Umber and Sir Pellias, describes King Arthur's wooing and wedding the Lady Guinevere, and tells of the establishment of the Round Table. Tales are told, too, of Arthur's knights, including Merlin the Wise, Sir Pellias (or the Gentle Knight) and of course, Sir Gawaine. One of the key points in the book is Arthur's search for the answer to the riddle "What is it that a woman most desires?" with his life at stake.
This is the definitive children's version of the Arthurian legend, for generations a special favorite with youngsters of all ages. Its reputation, richly deserved, rests as much upon the illustrations as on the delightful tales themselves. And no wonder, for as an illustrator of children's books, Pyle had no peer. Bold and unforgettable as only Pyle's skilled hand could make them, these drawings convey at a glance the whole aura of that splendid age and help to make this a book that boys and girls will cherish for years to come.
These stories have inspired numerous film adaptations, including the 2017 release
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword
, directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Charlie Hunnam, Jude Law, Eric Bana, Djimon Hounsou, and Annabelle Wallis.
Reprint of the first 1903 edition.
Category Description for King Arthur Series
Generations of children have been entranced by the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. With visions of fair maidens, mighty stone fortresses, gallant knights, and brave deeds, this series of books is sure to stir the imagination of young readers of any age. Inventively told in a style capturing the tone and spirit of ancient romance and wonderfully illustrated by Howard Pyle, these stories describe the perilous and thrilling adventures of King Arthur and his knights in that glorious age of chivalry and honor. ~ Rachel S.
Details
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 5-AD |
| Brand: | Dover Publications |
| ISBN: | 9780486214450 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.25 |
| Width in Inches: | 6.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.95 |
| Ages: | 10 - 13 |
| Edition: | Illustrated |
| Illustrated by: | Howard Pyle |
| Pages: | 313 |
| Publication Date: | 9/1/1996 |
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A part of History Odyssey Circullum
8th grade Literature
This is one of the books my 8th and 10th grader will be using with his Simply Charlotte Mason History course this year.
It was recommended for History Odyssey. I think that my son will like it.