The Book of Merlyn by T.H. White

224 pages first pub 1977 (view editions)

fiction classics fantasy reflective medium-paced
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A reader who enjoys a reflective, mid-tempo fantasy that quietly ponders the roots of human conflict while offering hope and gentle wisdom will feel at home here.

Description

T.H. White's masterful retelling of the saga of King Arthur is a fantasy classic as legendary as Excalibur and Camelot, and a poignant story of adventure, romance, and magic that has enchanted readers for generations.

Community Reviews

3.55
based on 989 reviews

Moods

reflective: 83%

adventurous: 30%

challenging: 30%

emotional: 30%

hopeful: 25%

sad: 25%

informative: 22%

dark: 19%

inspiring: 13%

funny: 11%

lighthearted: 11%

mysterious: 5%


Pace

13% of readers chose fast
47% of readers chose medium
39% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

11% of readers chose Plot
14% of readers chose A mix
70% of readers chose Character
3% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

59% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

63% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
3% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

29% of readers chose Yes
22% of readers chose Complicated
48% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

69% of readers chose Yes
23% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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