Excalibur An Arthurian Drama

By Ralph Adams Cram

Book Overview

Excalibur: An Arthurian Drama is a play written by Ralph Adams Cram. The story is based on the legend of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table. The play opens with the arrival of Merlin, the wizard, who brings the magical sword Excalibur to Arthur, proving his claim to the throne. The play then follows Arthur's journey as he unites the warring tribes of Britain and establishes his kingdom. Along the way, he faces challenges from his half-sister Morgause and her son Mordred, as well as from the treacherous knight Lancelot and his affair with Arthur's wife Guinevere. The play culminates in the final battle between Arthur and Mordred, resulting in the death of both and the end of the Arthurian era. Cram's play captures the timeless themes of loyalty, honor, love, and betrayal that have made the Arthurian legend enduringly popular.Archbishop. Now speak, magician, if thou hast a tongue, For in thy words is somewhat ominous Of welfare to Pendragon's kingdom. Speak Where is the sign of God?This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419118773
• ISBN13: 9781419118777
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"