Arthur by Frederick James Furnivall
"Arthur" by Frederick James Furnivall is a historical verse narrative that draws on the legends of King Arthur, written in the mid-19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. This text serves as a short sketch of the life and achievements of Arthur, focusing on his legendary battles, the establishment of the Round Table, and his struggles against various foes. The poem is based on an earlier Latin chronicle of the Kings of
Britain, intertwining history with myth and emphasizing the heroic nature of Arthur's character. The poem recounts the tale of Arthur from his conception by Uther Pendragon and Igraine to his crowning as king and the establishment of the Round Table, symbolizing equality among his knights. Arthur's adventures include defeating invaders, such as the Roman Emperor Lucius, and combating traitorous Mordred, who ultimately leads to Arthur's tragic downfall. Throughout his journey, Arthur exhibits qualities of strength, chivalry, and moral courage, making him a quintessential hero of British folklore. The narrative weaves together themes of honor, loyalty, and the eventual impermanence of glory in both life and legend. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Furnivall, Frederick James, 1825-1910 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 87033867 |
| Title |
Arthur A Short Sketch of His Life and History in English Verse of the First Half of the Fifteenth Century |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Starner, Joshua Hutchinson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| Language | Middle English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Arthurian romances |
| Subject | Romances, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16845 |
| Release Date | Oct 10, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 135 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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