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About this book
First published in 1485 by the pioneering printer William Caxton, Sir Thomas Malory's monumental masterpiece, "Le Morte Darthur," has stood for over five centuries as the preeminent canon of Arthurian literature in the English language. Rather than a mere collection of disparate folklore, Malory's work represents a grand synthesis of chivalric romance. By masterfully weaving together various French and English sources, he forged a unified, tragic, and majestic narrative detailing the rise and inevitable fall of Camelot.
This comprehensive eBook serves as an essential resource for both medieval scholars and devotees of classic literature. Its primary value lies in the inclusion and juxtaposition of the two foundational pillars of the text:
• The Caxton Text (1485): The traditional printed version that shaped the world's perception of King Arthur for generations. This version reflects the editorial decisions and structural refinements made by England's first printer.
• The Winchester Manuscript: A sensational discovery made in 1934, which allows readers to experience Malory's prose in a form closer to his original intent, free from the stylistic alterations and structural consolidations introduced by Caxton.
Why This Edition is Essential
The volume spans the entire cycle of the legendary King's life: from Arthur's mysterious conception and the drawing of the sword from the stone to the establishment of the Fellowship of the Round Table, the spiritual quest for the Holy Grail, and the final, fatal battle at Salisbury Plain. Readers are immersed in a world where the courtly love of Lancelot and Guinevere exists alongside grim warrior ideals, and Merlin's ancient magic intertwines with profound Christian mysticism.
Beyond the dual texts, this digital edition features supplemental materials designed to assist in navigating the archaic language and the complex genealogy of its numerous heroes. It perfectly preserves the spirit of the "Autumn of the Middle Ages," offering the most authentic and complete immersion into the core mythology of the English-speaking world.
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Information
Publisher
Asimis BooksYear
2025eBook ISBN
9786178787974Subtopic
ClassicsTable of contents
- Le Morte Darthur — Winchester Manuscript
- Le Morte Darthur — Caxton Modernised Version
- Malory And Le Morte Darthur by A. W. Pollard