Sir Thomas Malory's famous tales of knightly deeds at the Court of King Arthur hold never-fading enchantment for boys and girls, and Mary MacLeod's retelling, first published many years ago, was selected for the text of The Lippincott Classics edition. It is, according to the American Library Association Graded List, "The most direct and simple version of the Arthurian legends for children... following Malory closely, and valuable as an introduction to the literature of romance."

The great and beloved King Arthur of legend is more than a figure of romance; he embodies the ideals of chivalry that have become traditional the world over, and the story presents these ideals excitingly for boys and girls.

Henry Pitz has been successful in several mediums, has won prizes and medals in them, and his great interest in history places his work on historical subjects at the top. His fine and spirited illustrations in color make this the perfect Malory for a gift and for the home, school, and public library.

From the dust jacket of the Lippincott Classic edition