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MALORY, T.: Death of Arthur (The) (Abridged)

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MALORY, T.: Death of Arthur (The) (Abridged)

Author(s):Malory, Thomas
Artist(s) Madoc, Philip, Reader
Genre Spoken Word
Category Great Epics and Tales
Catalogue NA300112
Label Naxos AudioBooks
Quality   48kbps
Album Price
 
MP3
USD 16.09
 

 


The glorious but tragic story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table is one of the great legends of Western civilisation. Storytellers and poets down the centuries have turned repeatedly to the universal themes of the Quest of the Holy Grail and the love between Sir Launcelot and Queen Guenevere. Yet the first printed account, written by the fifteenth-century knight Sir Thomas Malory, remains unmatched. In words which speak directly to us today as they did to his own period, he brings to life a rich tale of heroism and ideals undermined by the poignance of human emotions.


   




Review By ,AudioFile,September 1995

Although the 21 books of Caxton's edition have been simplified to five, the actual text is Malory's. His famous work—like all great epics—dramatizes the dignity of noble men and women in the face of impending doom. Happily, in this case, the lofty message is accompanied by high adventure and romance, and Philip Madoc plays up both in his exciting narration. Revealing his Shakespearean training, his commanding performance is even more effective with the addition of Gregorian chants and medieval carols at the most dramatic moments. The sound reproduction is outstanding throughout.








 

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