<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Malory's<i> Le Morte d'Arthur</i> is the basis for the vast literature concerning King Arthur. This handsome hardcover edition features an updated text for modern readers and 16 of Arthur Rackham's finest color illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Sir Thomas Malory's <i>Le Morte d'Arthur</i> is the basis for the vast literature concerning King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. Malory compiled, translated, and edited the tales from earlier French sources, and all later authors who added to Arthurian legend are indebted to his work. This handsome edition features 16 of Arthur Rackham's finest color illustrations, and Malory's text was edited for modern readers by English scholar Alfred W. Pollard. An essential treasury edition for any collector of Arthurian myths or Rackham enthusiast. Film fans will also cherish this deluxe hardcover: the stories have inspired numerous movie adaptations, including the 2017 release <i>King Arthur: Legend of the Sword</i>, directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Charlie Hunnam, Jude Law, Eric Bana, Djimon Hounsou, and Annabelle Wallis.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) was an English artist and a leading figure in the early 20th century's Golden Age of Illustration. He interpreted scenes from fairy tales, opera, and Shakespearean comedy with whimsical and romantic images that continue to enchant children and adults alike. <br>Sir Thomas Malory (1415-1471) is generally acknowledged as the author of <i>Le Morte d'Arthur</i> (The Death of Arthur). He compiled, edited, and adapted the work from French sources while imprisoned during the War of the Roses.
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