Thomas Bulfinch

a cura di R. Palmer e I. Bruschi
 King Arthur, Merlin the Wizard, Lancelot, Guenevere, Tristram and Isolde, the Holy Grail, Excalibur, Camelot are the protagonists of an immortal saga which even today keeps its fascination and magic. Ancient Britain is the enchanting scenario against which these events between history and legend take place.
 A book full of evocative power and rich in historical and cultural references. 
 
 Teacher's Resources available online: Answer Key - Audioscripts - Key to Summing-up Activities.
 
 Re Artù, Mago Merlino, Lancillotto, Ginevra, il Santo Graal, Excalibur, Camelot sono i protagonisti di una saga immortale che ancora oggi conserva fascino e magia. L'antica Britannia del VI secolo è lo scenario incantevole dove si svolgono avvenimenti tra storia e leggenda.
 Un libro ricco di suggestioni dove l'ambientazione magica è affidata anche alla ricca cornice illustrativa e agli approfondimenti storici e letterari.

The legend of King Arthur

Chapter 1 – Arthur, King of Britain

&nbsp &nbsp &nbsp Extension: Tintagel

Chapter 2 – King Arthur and Queen Guenevere

&nbsp &nbsp &nbsp Extension: Where did Excalibur come from?

Chapter 3 – Sir Lancelot of the Lake

&nbsp &nbsp &nbsp Extension: Tournaments

Chapter 4 – The Story of Tristram

Chapter 5 – Sir Perceval

&nbsp &nbsp &nbsp Extension: Becoming a knight

Chapter 6 – The Quest for the Holy Grail

&nbsp &nbsp &nbsp Extension: Camelot

Chapter 7 – King Arthur and Sir Lancelot at War

&nbsp &nbsp &nbsp Extension: Arthur’s legend in the cinema

Chapter 8 – King Arthur’s Death

Summing-up activities

Glossary

E X T E N S I O N BECOMING A KNIGHT If a young man wanted to become a knight, he had to go through a long and difficult period of education. At the age of 7 a noble child was sent to the castle of his future patron1. He became a page and learnt the first elements of religion, military arts and courtly life. When he was 14, a page became a squire and began a course of more difficult exercises; for example, he had to ride his horse, run or jump in heavy armour. At the same time a squire was encouraged to choose a lady of the castle and court her2 as the mistress3 of his heart. Moreover a squire learnt more about religious matters and about respect and loyalty to his Lord. The ceremony of initiation of a new knight was particularly solemn. He spent whole4 nights in prayer, he confessed and received the sacrament. Then in snow-white clothes and with a sword he went to the church where there was the ceremony. He kneeled in front of the Lord. The Lord gave him the accolade, that is three strokes5 on the shoulders with the flat6 of a sword. Then he received his helmet, his shield and lance. A knight was a professional soldier. He was usually responsible for his arms, three horses and his flag. Each horse had its own use: one for battle, one for travelling and one for luggage7. He usually had some attendants: one to conduct the horses, another to carry the heaviest arms, another to help him mount his horse for battle and the fourth to guard prisoners. A lance usually carried the flag of the knight s Lord. The flag was a distinctive mark of chivalry. 1. patron: person who supports and gives money to someone. 2. court her: be nice to the lady. 3. mistress (archaic/poet.): sweetheart, beloved. 4. whole: entire, complete. 58 5. stroke: gentle touch. 6. flat: part of sword that does not cut. 7. luggage: bags, cases, etc. that you take with you when you are travelling. 

The Quest for the Holy Grail Chapter BEFORE READING 1 6 Who is going to take part in the quest for the Holy Grail, in your opinion? ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ 2 Where will the Holy Grail be found? Look at the pictures and choose the most appropriate in your opinion. 3 Will someone find the Holy Grail in the end? If you think so, try and guess who. ................................................................................................................................................................ 59   

Re Artù, Merlino, Lancillotto, Ginevra e il Santo Graal in una saga affascinante. Scopri la Britannia del VI sec tra storia, leggenda e illustrazioni

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King Arthur

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