The Mists of Avalon
by Marion Zimmer Bradley
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Author: Marion Zimmer BradleyEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Published)
Published: 2000-10-31
ISBN: N/A
Number of pages: 896
Publisher: Alfred A.Knopf: New York
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Book Review: A Definite Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
Amazing that I haven't read this book long before. I really enjoyed the re-telling of King Arthur, Mordred and all that. I like that it's from a woman's point of view. I can understand why people say this book is a classic.
Summary of The Mists of Avalon
This is the tragic tale of the rise and fall of Camelot - but seen through the eyes of Camelot's women: the devout Gwenhwyfar, Arthur's Queen; Vivane, High priestess of Avalon and the Lady of the Lake; above all, Morgaine, possessor of the sight, the wise, the wise-woman fated to bring ruin on them all.Even readers who don't normally enjoy Arthurian legends will love this version, a retelling from the point of view of the women behind the throne. Morgaine (more commonly known as Morgan Le Fay) and Gwenhwyfar (a Welsh spelling of Guinevere) struggle for power, using Arthur as a way to score points and promote their respective worldviews. The Mists of Avalon's Camelot politics and intrigue take place at a time when Christianity is taking over the island-nation of Britain; Christianity vs. Faery, and God vs. Goddess are dominant themes.
Young and old alike will enjoy this magical Arthurian reinvention by science fiction and fantasy veteran Marion Zimmer Bradley. --Bonnie Bouman
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