The Arthurian Tradition (Element Library) (Paperback)

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Product Description

Taking readers on a pictorial journey into the world of Arthurian lore and legend, this book provides insights into stories, characters, sources and inner meaning. Its topics include King Arthur in history and myth, Merlin and the prophecies of the land, goddesses and guides (including Morgan le Fay), Lancelot and Tristan - chivalry and honour, the Grail quest for spiritual truth, Avalon and the fairy realms and the paths to the Otherworld, and the unending song - Arthur in the modern world. John Matthews specializes in Celtic and related traditions, and is the author of more than 30 books, including "The Elements of the Arthurian Tradition", "The Elements of the Grail Tradition" and "The Celtic Shaman".

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Element Books Ltd (October 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1852307137
• ISBN-13: 978-1852307134
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 7.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,623,935 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1.0 out of 5 stars This edition is NOT illustrated, August 25, 2009

By	Appletree333 - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Elements of the Arthurian Tradition (Elements of Series) (Paperback)

This is a small book with pages yellowing from age (cheap paper). There are a few line drawings, but no "beautiful illustrations." The other reviews obviously refer to different editions, and are completely misleading.

5 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and Informative! :), May 13, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Elements of the Arthurian Tradition ("Elements of ... " Series) (Paperback)

This entire book was filled with beautiful illustrations, and gave a terrific overall view of the Arthurian tradition, not to mention Pre-Raphaelite art!....wonderful...

2 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book, May 3, 2000

By	"kotinca" (Santee, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Elements of the Arthurian Tradition ("Elements of ... " Series) (Paperback)

This is a beautiful book, with magazine style articles (they coincide with the pictures). It is a great book to have around the house for a casual fast food reference of Authurian art, and a sort of who's who in the legendary relm of King Arthur. Great for all ages.