Le Morte d'Arthur
Le Morte d'Arthur
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1485
Book Brief
600
Novel • Fiction
Britain • Medieval Round Table Era
1485
Adult
16+ years
Super Short Summary
Le Morte d'Arthur by Sir Thomas Malory retells the legend of King Arthur, charting his rise to power after pulling the sword Excalibur from a stone, his establishment of the Knights of the Round Table, and the ensuing adventures and romances of knights like Sir Launcelot and Sir Gareth, ultimately leading to Arthur's demise. The story includes themes of incest and violence.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Dark
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
38,414 ratings
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Review Roundup
Le Morte d'Arthur by Thomas Malory is widely celebrated for its rich storytelling and pivotal role in Arthurian legend, exhibiting a fascinating mix of myth and chivalric romance. However, readers often mention its archaic language and episodic structure as challenging. While some find it a rewarding historical read, others feel it lacks a cohesive narrative for modern preferences.
Who Should Read Le Morte d'Arthur?
Readers who revel in epic tales of chivalry, heroism, and romance will appreciate Thomas Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur. Fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and T.H. White's The Once and Future King will find similar enchantment in this quintessential Arthurian legend.
38,414 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
600
Novel • Fiction
Britain • Medieval Round Table Era
1485
Adult
16+ years
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