Carmichael Douglas 1923 2012 (1 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. NF, 1st ed, 1977. Written by a scholar of Arthurian history and legend, it is probably the best account yet published. The Welsh and Roman roots of Arthur and his times are clearly revealed. Blue cloth with gilt, blue endpapers, NO inscriptions, half title, [6], 7-302 pp. Colour pictorial DJ, not clipped, a hint of DJ rubbing and minor crinkling to lower edges. (folio 149*228 mm). Tells the story of the first five years of the reign of Sir Arthur of Camelot as he tries to bring order to the kingdom. Portraying the legendary British hero as a warrior king with Welsh and Roman roots. Arthur is advised throughout his struggles by the Myrddin (Merlin) who helps him against rebellion and brings to his attention the adulterous affair between Lancelot and Guinevere.…