Knights of King Arthur

Many readers are familiar with the legends of King Arthur not just by hearsay, for his image and deeds formed a vast epoch in the history of European literature. At the mere mention of this name, a fearless, noble hero comes to mind, who once gathered valiant Knights of the Round Table at the court of Camelot and routed the Saxon invaders. In Henry Gilbert’s book, which retells the legends especially for children, one can read not only of the quest for the Holy Grail, adventures, and tournaments, but also of the customs and culture of ancient Britain, enriched by the illustrations of the English artist Walter Crane.