Overview
The Coming and Passing of Arthur is a poetic work by Alfred Lord Tennyson, which tells the story of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table. The book is divided into two parts, the first being the story of Arthur's rise to power and the establishment of the Round Table, while the second part tells of his downfall and eventual death.The book is written in a poetic style, with a focus on the themes of honor, chivalry, and the struggle between good and evil. Tennyson's portrayal of Arthur is one of a noble and just ruler, who strives to create a world of peace and harmony.Throughout the book, Tennyson weaves in elements of mythology and legend, drawing on the stories of Merlin, Guinevere, and Lancelot to create a rich and complex narrative. The book also explores the themes of love and betrayal, as Arthur's relationship with Guinevere is tested by the arrival of Lancelot.Overall, The Coming and Passing of Arthur is a powerful and evocative work, which captures the spirit of Arthurian legend and explores the timeless themes of honor, loyalty, and sacrifice.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tennyson: Including Lotos Eaters, Ulysses, Ode on the Death, Maud, The Coming and the Passing of Arthur, by Alfred Lord Tennyson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417912596.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
- | Author: Alfred Lord Tennyson
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Dec 08, 2005
- | Number of Pages: 48 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1425477364
- | ISBN-13: 9781425477363
