First Post

King Arthur, whether he is fiction or not, is a polarizing figure from a time not often thought about. I am not sure there are many other figures in literature that represent all the good in mankind as well as Arthur, with his codes of chivalry, hospitality, unmatched modesty, and thirst for adventure. I have been fascinated with Arthurian legend since I was able to read because of these honorable qualities. His desire for dangerous quests and adventure appealed to me from day one.

Whenever I have read other more historically accurate accounts about the Middle Ages where Arthur is not present, they always seem to be at war with someone or the kingdom is plagued with hunger or whatever new disease is present. In stark contrast to this, King Arthur’s kingdom of Camelot almost seems heaven like. There are few wars in Arthur’s world, and everyone one seems unnaturally happy, form the lowest servant to Arthur himself. This bliss that Arthur brings to his kingdom is contagious when I read literature about him, giving me a sense of peace as well.

My background knowledge of Arthur is purely from memory of the past various works of literature I have read about him, which was years ago. I remember more about his Knights of the Round Table so researching Arthur will basically be a new experience. Each post is going to describe Arthur as he appears in the different works of literature about him, and one will take a look at Arthur's various appearances in history.