Le Morte Darthur Of Sir Thomas Malory And Its Sources (1917)

Le Morte Darthur of Sir Thomas Malory and Its Sources is a scholarly work by Vida Dutton Scudder, originally published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive study of the famous medieval text, Le Morte Darthur, which was written by Sir Thomas Malory in the late 15th century. Scudder's work analyzes the sources that Malory drew upon to create his epic tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed overview of Malory's work, including its structure, themes, and historical context. Scudder also examines the various manuscripts of Le Morte Darthur and their differences, as well as the textual changes that Malory made to his sources. The second part of the book delves into the sources themselves, which include French and English romances, chronicles, and other historical texts. Scudder explores the origins and evolution of these sources, as well as their themes and motifs. She also examines how Malory adapted and transformed these sources to create his own unique vision of the Arthurian legend. Overall, Le Morte Darthur of Sir Thomas Malory and Its Sources is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and literature of the Arthurian legend. Scudder's meticulous research and insightful analysis provide a deeper understanding of Malory's work and its place in the wider tradition of Arthurian literature.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.