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Here Lies Arthur (Paperback)

by Philip Reeve (Author)
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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Scholastic (3 Mar 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 140710358X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1407103587
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 23,802 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars a really good take on the arthurian myth, 13 April 2007
This review is from: Here Lies Arthur (Hardcover)
Philip Reeve is an excellent author whose stories are always written with a great deal of intelligence and charm. His retelling of the Arthurian myth, as seen through the eyes of the charismatic protagonist, Gwyna, is done with affection and shows a substantial knowledge of Arthur's story in it's earliest incarnations. The events that came to be legends are here more often the tricks and coincidences used by Myrddin (the bard) to create his fantastical tales of Arthur's exploits. His understanding of his people's need for a hero leads him to build the very human Arthur into one. This book's triumph is it's ability to tell the story of Arthur in realistic terms without spoiling the charm of the myth. I read it in under a day and thoroughly enjoyed it. Well worth buying if you like historical fiction, or fantasy with an historical twist.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars evocative and iconoclastic, 17 May 2007
By E. L. Woodcock "elwoodcock" (Derby, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Here Lies Arthur (Hardcover)
Another thrilling story from philip reeve. Beautiful prose coupled with a compelling story. He pulls no punches in demonstrating the brutal realities of life in the Dark Ages.
The plot bears enough similarities with the legends to be recognisable, but has twists of its own to keep you guessing. The writing is fresh and evocative.
His take on Merlin as Arthur's chief spin doctor gives a stark relevancy to the story, affording easy comparisons with the machinations and cynicism of today's political figures.
After the fantastic Mortal Engines books and the charming and funny Larklight, Philip Reeve is fast becoming my favourite author.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant new book, by a brilliant writer, 2 Jul 2007
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Beautifully written, moving and blood-chilling at the same time. This book allows you a glance behind probably every kind of political propaganda machine.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Not what I'd expected
In itself, here lies Arthur, is a wonderful story with strong characters and an interesting storyline. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Miss Leola

5.0 out of 5 stars A delightfully different spin on the dark ages Hero ...
I love novels based on Arthurian myths and legends and this one is a great read. Reeve's book for teens presents a totally different take on the stories that is highly original,... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Annabel Gaskell

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We've all heard the story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. A young Arthur learns of his kingly destiny by pulling the sword from the stone. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Tami Brady

5.0 out of 5 stars A convincing retelling
It seems impossible to do anything new with the Arthurian myths, but Philip Reeve has done it wonderfully. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Elen Caldecott

1.0 out of 5 stars Here Lies Arthur
This has just won the CILIP (Childrens Librarians')Carnegie Award for the best children's novel of 2007. Read more
Published 16 months ago by RMac

3.0 out of 5 stars Not His Best Materials
The thing about Philip Reeve is that he is really interested in the telling, retelling and fortelling of history. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Ma A. R. Sutton

4.0 out of 5 stars Read it!
This really is a fantastic book which makes you view the Arthurian legends in a whole new light. Philip Reeve has a fantastic, attractive and easily readable style and this book... Read more
Published 22 months ago by S. Edwards-Sim

5.0 out of 5 stars Here Lies Arthur
i thinh it is a great book for kids and adults and girls and boys it was one of the best books i ever read its a little bit romantic with lots of adventure. Read more
Published on 27 Aug 2007 by E. Maguire

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