"Stories from Le Morte D'Arthur and the Mabinogion," authored by Beatrice E. Clay, presents a captivating collection of Arthurian legends and Welsh myths. Drawing from two iconic medieval sources, the book weaves together tales of chivalry, magic, and also heroic quests. Le Morte D'Arthur, written by Sir Thomas Malory, forms the foundation of the Arthurian legends. Clay skillfully selects and retells key episodes from this vast work, recounting the adventures of King Arthur, his knights, and the legendary sword, Excalibur. The narrative delves into the complexities of Arthur's reign, his noble deeds, and the tragic downfall of the Round Table. The Mabinogion, a compilation of Welsh myths and other one legends, which adds another layer of enchantment to the book. Clay brings to life the mystical world of ancient Wales, featuring and captivating stories of gods, heroes, and also otherworldly beings. Readers are immersed in magical encounters, ancient prophecies, and other one dramatic battles, capturing the essence of Welsh folklore. Through her eloquent prose, Beatrice E. Clay breathes new life into these timeless tales, preserving their essence while making them accessible to modern readers.

The Arthur of history was engaged in a life-long struggle with an enemy that threatened to rob his people of home of country and of freedom; in the stories the king and his knights like Richard Coeur-de-Lion sought adventure for adventure's sake or as in the case of Sir Peredur took fantastic vows for the love of a lady.

A mythology collection of eighty Welsh Legends and Myths, gathered from across Wales. The Welsh, like other Celtic races, love a good story. From the time of the Mabinogion and the Black Book of Carmarthen welsh folk have passed dark winter nights in front of roaring fires and entertained with mythical stories. Welsh Legends and Myths is a compendium of traditional myths, Welsh fables, Welsh fairy tales and real stories. Like other Celtic Mythology many of the myths and legends told here are based on factual events. While some have mythical roots, all are entertaining.

Experience the magic of medieval literature with this enchanting collection of tales. From Arthurian legends to Welsh folklore, these stories will transport you to a world of chivalry and adventure. Perfect for fans of fantasy and mythology. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Filled with romantic tales of Lancelot and early Grail legends, this exacting translation of de Troyes' verse narratives written in the 12th century features four romances that expound on the ideals of French chivalry.

Myth, legend, and folklore have been entrenched in children's literature for several centuries and continue to be popular. Some of the most ancient traditional tales still extant come from the Celtic cultures of France and the British Isles, whose languages are among the oldest in Europe. Among these tales are four native Welsh legends collectively known as the Mabinogi, which were first translated into English in 1845 by Lady Charlotte Guest. Numerous children's books have been based on the Mabinogi since then, and many have received awards and critical acclaim. Because these books are written for children, they are not necessarily faithful retellings of the original tales. Instead, authors have had to select certain elements to include and others to exclude. This book examines how authors of children's fantasy literature from the 19th century to the present have adapted Welsh myth to meet the perceived needs of their young audience. The volume begins with a summary of the four principle tales of the Mabinogi: Pwyll Prince of Dyfed, Branwen Daughter of Llyr, Manawydan Son of Llyr, and Math Son of Mathonwy. Books based on the Mabinogi generally fall into two categories: retellings of the myths, and original works of fantasy partially inspired by the Welsh tales. Beginning with Sidney Lanier's The Boy's Mabinogion, the first part of this book examines versions of the myths published for children between 1881 and 1988. The second part discusses imaginative literature that borrows elements from the Mabinogi, including Alan Garner's The Owl Service, which won a Carnegie medal, and Lloyd Alexander's Chronicles of Prydain, the final volume of which received the ALA Newbery Award for outstanding children's book.

Twenty-seven stories of King Arthur. Grades 6-8.