- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Arrow Books Ltd; New edition edition (6 May 1993)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0099296810
- ISBN-13: 978-0099296812
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 340,379 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Amazing book... brilliantly presented thesis" -"Daily Mail"
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For fifteen hundred years, King Arthur has remained a mystery. For the first time, "King Arthur - The True Story" discovers the historical King Arthur, his Camelot and his final resting place. The authors uncover vital evidence for Arthur's historical existence. Centuries of myth are peeled away to reveal the truth behind the romance, and the Grail and Excalibur legends. The search for Arthur's Camelot leads to ancient ruins to the heart of Britain - an incredible Dark Age city recently unearthed by archaelolgy. A medieval manuscript in Oxford's Bodleian Library finally identifies King Arthur's burial site: the real Avalo.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
If all the claims about the 'true' origins of King Arthur were indeed true, we'd be living in a very strange British Isles. Most counties have a claim to the mythological Arthur and countless works have attempted to shore up one theory over another (and I've read quite a few!). It is most refreshing to see a work such as 'King Arthur - The True Story' return to the original source material for an unsullied approach to solving the mystery of Arthur, his origins, battles and the location of his court at Camelot. It is with full credit to the authors that their historical journey makes for such an absorbing read and I cannot recommend this book highly enough.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
An excellent book about the period just after the romans left Britain. The sources are of course somewhat thin so there is always an element of speculation but most of the conclusions reached are well supported and sources are cited. What a pleasure to read such a well reasearched book on the reality behind the myth of King Arthur instead of the usual semi-religious, romantic nonsense. Unfortunately they seemed to stretch the facts a little at the end where the evidence wasn't really sufficient for such a definite conclusion but I suppose this was necessary for commercial reasons. Overall a wonderful and highly informative book.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
This is a well researched investigation into the myth of King Arthur and poses some very interesting questions regarding his true identity. The style of narrative holds the readers attention until the very last page. You may not agree with the final conclusion but I guarantee you will be spell bound along the way.
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Not a well researched book
Central to this theory is that Owain Danwyn, who they say was nicknamed 'bear' (art/arth/artos/artus) was the real Arthur and that he was buried along with the kings of Powys at... Read more
Published on 22 Mar 2008 by Mr. M. Wilson
One of the best King Arthur books around
This has got to be one of the best books on King Arthur that has ever been written. It covers every aspect of the legend from an archaeological and historical perspective and... Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2004 by David Sanders
Disappointing
There isn't too much to recommend here, but at least it isn't a New Age woo-woo book; they do at least try to stick to real post-Roman history. Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2004
The real thing!
This book helped me find some answers about the Arthur's tales. Most important, it helped me to understand all the context of the stories, what is real, what probably... Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2003
An interesting & informative read
This book really helped to fill in the blanks. It gave me a feel for the times and the necessary background to appreciate the culture in which 'Arthur' must have lived. Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2000 by trewornan
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