Arthur, the Always King
School year: Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 240
Published: 2023
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"Arthur, the Always King" by Kevin Crossley-Holland explores the legendary tale of King Arthur, intertwining history and myth. The narrative follows Arthur as he navigates the challenges of leadership, loyalty, and the quest for justice in a richly imagined medieval world. With a deep connection to the Round Table and his knights, Arthur faces both external battles and internal conflicts, all while grappling with themes of destiny and legacy. This enchanting retelling captures the essence of Arthurian legend, celebrating the timeless qualities of bravery, honor, and the enduring quest for a true king. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.
There are 240 pages in this book. This book was published in 2023 by Candlewick Studio .
Paul Stewart is the very funny, very talented author of more than fifteen books for children, including The Edge Chronicles, a collaboration with Chris Riddell. Kevin Crossley-Holland is well-known as a poet, broadcaster, and writer for children. He won the Carnegie Medal in 1985. For Oxford, he has written The Green Children and adapted Beowulf for children.
This book features the following character:
King Arthur
King Arthur is a legendary King of Britain who defeated the Saxons in the late 5th and early 6th centuries and established a vast empire.