The Knights of the Round Table

author: Daniel Mersey
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.33
book published: 2015
rating: 4
read at: 2015/05/22
date added: 2015/05/22
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review:
'The Knights of the Round Table' by Daniel Mersey is part of the Osprey Myths and Legends series. I've loved this series, and this one is no exception.

The focus this time around are the knights of the Round Table, but, more specifically, the quests they embarked on. The stories of the quests are given, and the origins of the stories in literature are also given. There are insets throughout the book with deeper information about some of the main characters. Knights are tempted by women, or made to ride in carts, or challenged to feats of arms. One knight wields a fish knife and defends the lady who mocks him for his stink. One knight marries a hideous woman and discovers a surprise.

I've loved stories of King Arthur since my childhood, and I've read a lot of books on the subject. These are great shorter translations of some of the stories. I liked the illustrations by Alan Lathwell, and all the other ones from various sources. There is a nice section at the end with selected reading and watching for those who want to learn more.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Osprey Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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