King Arthur: Hero and Legend by Richard Barber
Who was the real Arthur and why were his knights so famous? This is an accessible account of the development of the legends of Arthur and his court. The author takes the story from the anonymous 8th-century chronicler, who first listed his battles, to the novelists of the 20th century.
`The whole subject is brought up to date and well illustrated.. Arthurian buffs will want this book. -- Anthony Powell, Daily Telegraph
RICHARD BARBER has had a huge influence on the study of medieval history and literature, as both a writer and a publisher. His first book on the Arthurian legend appeared in 1961, and his major works include The Knight and Chivalry (winner of the Somerset Maugham Award in 1971), Edward Prince of Wales and Aquitaine, The Penguin Guide to Medieval Europe and The Holy Grail: the History of a Legend which was widely praised and was translated into six languages.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780851154190 |
| ISBN 10 | 0851154190 |
| Title | King Arthur: Hero and Legend |
| Author | Richard Barber |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Boydell & Brewer Ltd |
| Year published | 1961-01-01 |
| Number of pages | 234 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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