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Arthur, the Always King by Kevin Crossley-Holland

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Arthur, the Always King

Kevin Crossley-Holland

Candlewick Press · Print & ebook · April 11, 2023

Reading lane: Arthurian Tales

A Mythology pick for readers exploring Arthur, the Always King.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Camelot Reimagined

Arthurian stories meet atmospheric storytelling and lavish illustration, balancing the historical with the fantastical.

Come here for

  • From Gawain and the Green Knight to the Holy Grail
  • Familiar and less familiar Arthurian tales in one sweeping tapestry

Expect

  • Complex, human portrayals of Merlin, Guinevere, and Lancelot
  • Storytelling that feels both otherworldly and grounded

Book Details

Authors
Kevin Crossley-Holland
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Published
April 11, 2023
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Arthurian Tales · Arthurian Fantasy
Reading lane
Arthurian Tales

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • The Classics

  • Arthurian Tales

  • Royalty & Princes

About This Book

In this pulse-quickening retelling, Carnegie Medalist Kevin Crossley-Holland and former British Children's Laureate Chris Riddell welcome another generation to Camelot. Translated, adapted, told, and retold, the stories of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table have captivated imaginations across time. Now comes a lavishly illustrated, masterful retelling sure to enthrall a new generation of readers. From the tale of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight to the quest for t...

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In this pulse-quickening retelling, Carnegie Medalist Kevin Crossley-Holland and former British Children's Laureate Chris Riddell welcome another generation to Camelot. Translated, adapted, told, and retold, the stories of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table have captivated imaginations across time. Now comes a lavishly illustrated, masterful retelling sure to enthrall a new generation of readers. From the tale of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight to the quest for the Holy Grail, stories both familiar and unfamiliar are woven into a vivid tapestry of Arthurian lore that spans from the king’s conception to his final battle. Merlin, Guinevere, Lancelot, and other timeless characters come to life as complex men and women in a rich and atmospheric feat of storytelling that feels at once historical and fantastical, otherworldly and fully human. A compelling collaboration between internationally acclaimed author Kevin Crossley-Holland and three-time Kate Greenaway Medal winner Chris Riddell, this beautiful volume is sure to be treasured by readers of all ages.

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