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The Story of King Arthur and His Knights
The Story of King Arthur and His Knights by Howard Pyle, 1903 (Charles Scribner's Sons). Knights of the Round Table, Medieval Chivalry, Errant Warriors, Castles, Magic and Sorcery. Pyle offered one of the classic tellings of Arthurian lore and legends, profusely illustrating this and others of his own books. Pyle also wrote and illustrated classic retellings of other Arthurian tales as well as Robin Hood.
Merlin sits a a table or desk and consults his big old book. It is illuminated and obviously of great magical importance. A magic ball lies on the desk, too.
After stealing it from Arthur, she throws the sword's gilt and jeweled sheath into the lake. An arm, adorned with ring and fancy bracelets, rise to catch it.
