Thomas Malory
Le Morte D'Arthur (Hackett Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781624663598
- author:
- Thomas Malory
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hackett Publishing Company, Inc (US)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 15.2 x 22.2 cm
- Genre:
- Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Myths & Legends
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Sir Thomas Malory's retelling of Le Morte D'Arthur offers a fresh approach to this 15th-century masterpiece. With updated language and selective pruning of elaborate passages, this adaptation brings the narrative drive, humor, and poignancy of the original work to modern readers. The book retains its most famous episodes, including the sword in the stone and the final battle, while also shedding new light on lesser-known key episodes. A comprehensive bibliography and descriptive index are included, providing a valuable resource for readers seeking to explore Malory's work further. This edition is accompanied by an up-to-date guide to online resources and video materials, making it an ideal choice for those looking to engage with the text in a more immersive way.