The Story of the Grail and the Passing of Arthur by Howard Pyle

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Author Pyle, Howard, 1853-1911
LoC No. 10021660
Title The Story of the Grail and the Passing of Arthur
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Summary "The Story of the Grail and the Passing of Arthur" by Howard Pyle is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book is focused on the legendary tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, exploring themes of chivalry, adventure, and the mystical quest for the Holy Grail. It features prominent characters such as Sir Geraint and Sir Galahad, each of whom embarks on their own journeys filled with trials and tests of character. At the start of the tale, King Arthur prepares for a hunt, immediately setting the stage for the intertwining destinies of the characters. Sir Geraint, after a slight rather than ignoble exchange with the Queen and a rude dwarf, takes up the challenge to discover the identity of a knight who has insulted Queen Guinevere's damsel. This propels him into action as he decides to equip himself to confront the Knight of the Sparrow-Hawk, whom he challenges amidst the clamor and expectation of the townsfolk. The opening thus introduces readers to a classic adventure filled with the values of honor, courage, and the complexity of relationships within the court of Camelot. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Grail -- Legends
Subject Folklore -- England
Subject Arthur, King -- Legends
Subject Arthurian romances -- Adaptations
Subject Knights and knighthood -- Folklore
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EBook-No. 60405
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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