Ben Chandler's Reviews > King Arthur : Dark Age Warrior and Mythic Hero
King Arthur : Dark Age Warrior and Mythic Hero
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A fascinating exploration of the history, evolution and various themes surrounding the various Arthurian legends, this book serves more as a summary of the mythical king and the various figures surrounding him.
Though largely objective, the reader is given the sense that Matthews is somewhat enamoured with the romance, drama and tragedy present in the prose and verses told of these characters throughout history.
Perhaps my favourite element was the exploration of some of the potential etymological sources, historical influences and mis/re-interpretations of elements throughout the years. A lovely, illustrated guidebook to the tales of one of Britain’s greatest heroes of legend.
Though largely objective, the reader is given the sense that Matthews is somewhat enamoured with the romance, drama and tragedy present in the prose and verses told of these characters throughout history.
Perhaps my favourite element was the exploration of some of the potential etymological sources, historical influences and mis/re-interpretations of elements throughout the years. A lovely, illustrated guidebook to the tales of one of Britain’s greatest heroes of legend.
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