The Sword in the Stone
5W, T.H. White 1957
Notes
The Sword in the Stone (1938) by T.H. White is a whimsical and imaginative retelling of the Arthurian legend, focusing on the childhood of King Arthur, known as “Wart.” Raised by Sir Ector, Wart lives an ordinary life until he meets Merlyn, a quirky and wise wizard who becomes his tutor. Merlyn educates Wart through a series of magical transformations into various animals, teaching him lessons about leadership, empathy, and the natural world.
The climax of the story occurs when Wart unknowingly pulls a magical sword from a stone, revealing himself as the rightful King of England. Blending humor, adventure, and philosophy, The Sword in the Stone serves as both an enchanting tale and a thoughtful exploration of the qualities that make a great leader. It is the first book in White’s The Once and Future King series and remains a beloved classic in fantasy literature.
Description
black binding with original dust jacket, very good condition
Description
5W, T.H. White 1957
Notes
The Sword in the Stone (1938) by T.H. White is a whimsical and imaginative retelling of the Arthurian legend, focusing on the childhood of King Arthur, known as “Wart.” Raised by Sir Ector, Wart lives an ordinary life until he meets Merlyn, a quirky and wise wizard who becomes his tutor. Merlyn educates Wart through a series of magical transformations into various animals, teaching him lessons about leadership, empathy, and the natural world.
The climax of the story occurs when Wart unknowingly pulls a magical sword from a stone, revealing himself as the rightful King of England. Blending humor, adventure, and philosophy, The Sword in the Stone serves as both an enchanting tale and a thoughtful exploration of the qualities that make a great leader. It is the first book in White’s The Once and Future King series and remains a beloved classic in fantasy literature.
Description
black binding with original dust jacket, very good condition
