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King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Roger Lancelyn Green
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Introduction by David Almond
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| Series | Puffin Classics |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:416 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 178,Width 129 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780141321011
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| Classifications | Dewey:823.914 |
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| Illustrations |
b & w throughout; b & w throughout
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Random House Children's UK
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| Imprint |
Puffin Classics
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| Publication Date |
7 August 2008 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Rediscover Puffin Classics - the world's favourite stories. King Arthur is one of the greatest legends of all time. From the magical moment when Arthur releases the sword in the stone to the quest for the Holy Grail and the final tragedy of the Last Battle, Roger Lancelyn Green brings the enchanting world of King Arthur stunningly to life. One of the greatest legends of all time, with an inspiring introduction by David Almond, award-winning author of Clay, Skellig, Kit's Wilderness and The Fire-Eaters.
Author Biography
Roger Lancelyn Green was born in 1918 and lived in Oxford and at his family home in Cheshire, which the Greens had owned for more than 900 years. He loved storytelling and was fascinated by traditional fairy tales, myths and legends from around the world. He was a professional actor, a librarian and a teacher. His retellings include Egyptian, Greek and Norse legends, plus a retelling of Robin Hood. He also wrote many books for adults, including a biography of his friend C. S. Lewis, creator of the The Chronicles of Narnia. Roger Lancelyn Green died in 1987.
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