How Arthur Acquired Excalibur
Tales of King Arthur: Excalibur tells how the sword named Excalibur came into the possession of King Arthur. After defeating his Saxon enemies Arthur becomes bored and wants to go on a quest. In the process, Arthur fights King Pellinore. Arthur is injured but eventually recovers. With the guidance of Merlin, Arthur goes to Avalon and encounters the Lady of the Lake who presents Excalibur to Arthur. He eventually tames his restlessness and takes his responsibilities as king more seriously. The full color illustrations greatly enhance the narrative and make this book ideal for young readers interested in Arthurian literature.
