The Legend of King Arthur : A Young Reader's Edition of the Classic Story by Howard Pyle Book

Arthur, the infant son of an ailing king, is whisked away in the dead of night to a new life and a new family to escape the king's dangerous successors.

After watching the kingdom fall into chaos after the ,king's death, Merlin the Magician conjures up the test of the sword in the stone, a test to identify the true king of England and restore peace in the land.

Will it succeed?

Within is a story of valiant knights and mysterious magic, a story of innocence and truth from an era long ago. It is the legend of Arthur, a centuries-old Celtic tale about a young king and the first of his many wondrous adventures.

This young reader's edition captures the excitement of the classic story in original, full-color illustrations. A tale of magical spells and self-discovery, The Legend of King Arthurhas the power to enchant us all.

Adapted for young readers, this is the story of valiant knights & mysterious magic, of innocence & truth, and above all, of a young king & the first of his many wondrous adventures. Color illustrations by three talented artists. 9 1/2" x 13". Ages 6 & up. 56pp.