The Junior Classics, Volume 4: Heroes and heroines of chivalry by William Patten

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Editor Patten, William, 1868-1936
Title The Junior Classics, Volume 4: Heroes and heroines of chivalry
Note Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The story of King Arthur -- The Mabinogion -- Tales from early English chronicles -- Tales told by Chaucer's Canterbury pilgrims -- Tales from French and Italian chronicles -- the Spanish chronicle of the Cid -- Tales of Robin Hood -- Don Quixote de la Mancha.
Credits Produced by Tom Allen, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Junior Classics, Volume 4: Heroes and Heroines of Chivalry" by William Patten is a collection of stories that captures the essence of medieval chivalry and heroism, likely compiled in the early 20th century. This volume centers around legendary figures from Arthurian folklore, including King Arthur, Sir Lancelot, and Sir Galahad, showcasing their quests, trials, and tribulations. The stories celebrate virtues such as bravery, loyalty, and nobility while illustrating the adventures that shaped the legends of these heroic characters. At the start of this volume, the preface sets the stage for the tales to come, explaining the historical context of chivalry and the role of knighthood in medieval society. Following this introduction, the narrative unfolds with the tale of King Arthur's birth, his ascendance to the throne, and the establishment of the legendary Round Table. Characters such as Merlin the magician, Sir Lancelot, and Sir Gareth are introduced, each embarking on their own quests filled with challenges and battles. Arthur's rise to power is presented through vivid storytelling, highlighting significant events and characters, thereby inviting readers into a captivating world of knights, battles, and moral courage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's literature
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EBook-No. 6323
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Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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