Description
Who was the real King Arthur? What do the historical documents tell us about the Knight of the Round Temple? It is just a chivalric fantasy?
The story of Arthur has been handed down to us by Medieval poets and legends - but what if he actually existed and was in fact a great king in the early years of Britain's story. Mike Ashley visits the source material and uncovers unexpected new insights into the legend: there is clear evidence that the Arthurian legends arose from the exploits of not just one man, but at least three originating in Wales, Scotland and Brittany. The true historical Arthur really existed and is distantly related to the present royal family.
Revelatory account of the man and the legend
About the Author
Mike Ashley is the author of the bestselling Brief History of the Kings and Queens of England and has been fascinated by the story of King Arthur for decades. He lives in Chatham, Britain.
Book Information
ISBN 9781849013024
Author Mike Ashley
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint Robinson
Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
Weight(grams) 300g
Dimensions(mm) 196mm * 130mm * 26mm
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