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The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition),New
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Steinbeck's only work of fantasy literaturein a deluxe edition with a foreword by Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon, Eldest and BrisingrA Penguin ClassicMalorys Le Morte dArthur was the first book that John Steinbeck truly enjoyed reading as a child. Fascinated by Arthurian tales of adventure, knighthood, honor and friendship, in addition to the challenging nuances of the original AngloSaxon language, Steinbeck set out to render these stories faithfully and with keen animation for a modern audience. Here then is Steinbecks modernization of the adventure of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, featuring the icons of Arthurian legendincluding King Arthur, Merlin, Morgan le Fay, the incomparable Queen Guinevere, and Arthur's purest knight, Sir Lancelot of the Lake.These enduring tales of loyalty and betrayal in the time of Camelot flicker with the wonder and magic of an era past but not forgotten. Steinbeck's retelling will capture the attention and imagination of legions of Steinbeck fans, including those who love Arthurian romances, as well as countless readers of science fiction and fantasy literature.This edition features a new foreword by Christopher Paolini, author of the numberone New York Times bestselling novels Eragon, Eldest, and Brisingr. It also includes the letters John Steinbeck wrote to his literary agent, Elizabeth Otis, and to Chase Horton, the original editor of this volume.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights'? A: 'The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights' is a fantasy literature work, specifically a retelling of Arthurian legends.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights' is John Steinbeck.
- Q: What additional content is included in the deluxe edition? A: The deluxe edition includes a foreword by Christopher Paolini and letters written by John Steinbeck to his literary agent and editor.
- Q: How many pages are in this edition? A: This edition contains 416 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights' was published on December 30, 2008.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: While the book contains themes of adventure and honor, parental discretion is advised as it includes complex language and themes that may be better suited for older children and adults.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is bound in paperback.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in this book? A: This particular edition does not mention illustrations; it primarily focuses on the text of Steinbeck's retelling.
- Q: What makes this edition of the book unique? A: This edition is unique due to its deluxe format, including a new foreword and historical correspondence related to the book.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, this book can be used for academic purposes, especially in studies related to literature, fantasy, and Arthurian legends.