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King Arthur (Eyewitness Classics) Hardcover – July 6, 1998

by Rosalind Kerven (Author), Thomas Malory (Author), Tudor Humphries (Illustrator)

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Grade Level: Preschool - 12
Lexile Measure: 910L (What's this?)

Hardcover: 64 pages
Publisher: DK Children; 1st American ed edition (June 1, 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0789428873
ISBN-13: 978-0789428875
Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 1 x 10.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #679,401 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #124 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > Medieval
- #146 in Books > Children's Books > Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths > Arthurian
- #3525 in Books > Children's Books > Classics

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Camelot Re-Visited

By A Customer on June 27, 2000

Format: Hardcover

The large, heavy paper pages will last for years as you read over and over again the stories of King Arthur and the many legends that have come down from that ancient era. The sidebars contain interesting information from the grail to women in leadership in that age of long ago. All ages will appreciate the illustrations: drawings, photographs and maps. Up-to-date information includes the movie, TV, and plays of the original Camelot.

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Wonderful Introduction for Children to this Classic

By Denise J. Shearer on November 30, 2000

Format: Hardcover

My daughter and I have been reading (and re-reading!) the DK Classics (of which "King Arthur" is part of) for several years, since she was 5. These books are very colorful, with lots of illustrations and photos of genuine artifacts, maps, and people from the era in which the story is set. Side panel text gives background information about the author, pictures and story. These "additions" (which do not detract from, but only enhance the story) help the young reader (and the adult too!) put the story into context. It is like getting both a classic and a pictorial history book rolled into one! The text is easy to read. My daughter is now 9, and reading the books on her own. Not only has she developed an appreciation for classic literature, but for history as well. These are great books for parents to read with their children. I highly recommend them!

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A fun, diverse introduction to the Arthurian myths

By NYer family on June 18, 2003

Format: Hardcover Verified Purchase

THe Arthurian legends continue to fascinate us as a culture and this helps introduce young readers to its many forms. Though the look of the book is a bit jumbled, its layout allows the reader to pick and choose and explore. THere is a central nicely illustrated, re-telling of the story that runs through the book, supplemented by sidebars about movies, plays or lesser known myths and characters. SHould appeal to the younger generation who does research via hyperlinks. I can see both boys and girls being interested in delving into this book. Probably most appropriate to ages 8 and above as the themes of of seduction and infidelity are not ignored.

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My favorite story of all time!

By Rebecca of Amazon HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on May 5, 2001

Format: Hardcover

If there is one story in history that conjures up romance, valiant knights and visions of a golden age of valor, this story is the one.

The author, Rosalind Kerven has written and edited several highly acclaimed collections of myths and legends from all over the world. She trained as an anthropologist and her writing reflects an understanding of various cultures. With an expert storyteller's skill, she retells the original Celtic and medieval legends to show the rise to power of a boy who was decreed by fate to be the King of Britain.

Tudor Humphries was trained in London as a theater costume and set designer. When he graduated, he decided to concentrate on children's book illustration. His illustrations evoke all the magic and romance of King Arthur's story.

Photographs and paintings help to reveal Arthur's real identity and the religion and chivalry of his court. On the contents page we find all the main characters pictured in a sort of photo gallery. Then, the story of the sword in the stone, miraculous powers, the gift of Excalibur, the Knights of the Round Table, the Knights of King Arthur, evil enchantments, the Holy Grail, the end of the Fellowship, the last battle and the once and future king are revealed.

Even with all this detail, the figure of King Arthur is shrouded in mystery. It is impossible to prove he ever existed. Some historians believe he was a great warrior who lived in the late 5th century. The key events in the story are shown on two pages complete with a map of Britain in the 5th century.

Painters, poets, composers and moviemakers have been inspired and intrigued by this legend. Most recently, I enjoyed watching the 1995 movie First Knight. My other favorite is the movie Camelot from the year I was born in 1967.Read more ›