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LoC No.: 87033867
Title:
Arthur
A Short Sketch of His Life and History in English Verse of the First Half of the Fifteenth Century
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Produced by David Starner, Joshua Hutchinson and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "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.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Editor: Furnivall, Frederick James, 1825-1910
EBook No.: 16845
Published: Oct 10, 2005
Downloads: 167
Language: English
Language: Middle English
Subject: Arthurian romances
Subject: Romances, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 87033867
Title:
Arthur
A Short Sketch of His Life and History in English Verse of the First Half of the Fifteenth Century
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Joshua Hutchinson and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "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.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Editor: Furnivall, Frederick James, 1825-1910
EBook No.: 16845
Published: Oct 10, 2005
Downloads: 167
Language: English
Language: Middle English
Subject: Arthurian romances
Subject: Romances, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.