The first 10 volumes of the “Myths and Legends of King Arthur” collection

The “Myths and Legends of King Arthur” collection, edited by The Worldbrings together the epic adventures of the famous Breton hero. Stories inherited from the Middle Ages, where the magician Merlin, the fairy Morgana, Guinevere and the knights Lancelot and Perceval intersect. This luxurious, new illustrated edition is inspired by the know-how of the British house Kelmscott Press, founded by William Morris in the 19th^e century.

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Volume 1. King Arthur and Excalibur in the Rock

Arthur is an extraordinary young man. He was placed as a child in the hands of the Lord of Avilion by the mysterious wizard Merlin, and his bravery and charisma evoke those of a king. When word spreads that a sword stuck in stone will grant whoever releases it supreme power over the kingdom of Brittany, the most valiant knights come forward to try their luck. But, to everyone's amazement, only Arthur manages to extract it, thus releasing the power of Excalibur.

Volume 2. Merlin the Enchanter and the Power of the Dragon

In the midst of the Dark Ages, the ancient gods withdrew from the island of Brittany, assailed by the armies of the One God. Only the druids, entrenched in the depths of the forests, keep the flame of magic alive. This ancestral community is said to have once sheltered an orphan, son of a witch and a demon. Its mystical power astonishes even the Druids. What are its mysterious origins and what extraordinary destiny awaits it?

Volume 3. The Quest for the Grail and the Knights of the Round Table

The war is over, and in Camelot it's time to celebrate. However, news from the Far North darkens the celebrations. It is said that the earth is sick and incapable of bearing fruit. And the wonders don’t stop there! As the best knights of the kingdom gather around the Round Table, they are interrupted by a vision: that of a chalice decorated with gold from which emanates light and abundance. Convinced that the very future of the kingdom is at stake, Lancelot, Perceval and young Gawain, Arthur's nephew, decide to set off in search of the precious object.

Volume 4. Merlin the Enchanter in the Dark Tower

After the brutal assassination of Maines, king of Logres, his brothers, the young Pendragon and Uther, legitimate heirs to the throne, leave the island and go into exile in Little Britain. During their absence, the formidable Vortigern, suspected of having orchestrated this regicide, undertakes to build an impregnable fortress to establish his royal ambitions. However, the castle seems to be hit by a curse. Could it be that this misfortune has a link with an enigmatic figure, a young man capable of summoning powerful magic and whom some nickname “the son of the devil”?

Volume 5. King Arthur Against the Eleven Kingdoms

Arthur must rise to the challenge of legitimizing his right to the throne in a kingdom torn by conspiracies. After escaping the siege of Carohaise, he joined former allies to face formidable enemies led by Rience de Norgales. In his quest to free the Carmelite and gain the support of Léodagan, Arthur discovers the Round Table and forges its coat of arms: a golden dragon on a white background. Meanwhile, Morgause, adopted daughter of Uther Pendragon, seeks to discover if he is who he says he is, which would make her his sister. Between battles and dilemmas, Arthur will have to put his sword, his crown and the loyalty of his allies to the test to establish himself as the true king.

Volume 6. The Quest for the Grail and the sacred weapons

The knights of Camelot, guided by their faith and honor, embark on a perilous quest for the Holy Grail. Lancelot, plagued by his inner demons, follows mysterious clues leading to hidden relics. Gilead, young and pure, seeks to prove his worth and overcome the weight of his heritage. Their crossed paths confront them with supernatural trials and decisive choices. As the kingdom of Logres descends into chaos, the Grail will only grant grace to those capable of redemption. Will the knights triumph in the face of their destiny?

Volume 7. The Lady of the Lake and the Secret of Avalon

In the mists, where magic and war collide, Viviane protects Lancelot, the last hope of a threatened kingdom. Its secret valley, refuge of spells, becomes the last rampart against chaos. When Claudas extends his destructive shadows, Viviane leaves her sanctuary. Each step is a challenge to destiny, each breath a spell. The dangers that await him threaten more than just Lancelot: it is the very essence of their world that is wavering. Will his powers, forged in the mystical depths, be enough? Or will Viviane have to make the ultimate sacrifice?

Volume 8. King Arthur and the Battle for the Crown

The young King Arthur struggles to unify his kingdom within a divided Brittany, and legitimize his right to the throne. As he prepares to face the eleven rebel kings, he faces dangers beyond the battlefield: political intrigue, threats of excommunication, and the complex loyalties of his allies, including Bohort and Ban of Benoic. At the heart of war, destinies and sacrifices defy prophecy. Will Arthur succeed in consolidating his kingdom or will he succumb to the shadows of the past and the perils of an uncertain future?

Volume 9. Merlin the Enchanter and the Druids' Prophecy

As betrayals undermine the kingdom, Merlin guides Uther and his sons in their fight against Vortigern. Between epic battles and fragile alliances, the Pendragons seek to reconquer Logres in the face of the Saxon invasion. Through his magic and wisdom, Merlin not only saves lives, he sows hope for future unity. From the sieges to the final battle at Dinas Emrys, where the tower of Vortigern goes up in flames, the destiny of Logres takes shape. But, even in victory, Merlin knows that peace is fleeting and that greater challenges lie ahead.

Volume 10. The Quest for the Grail and the Castle of Darkness

As the Knights of the Round Table set out in search of the Grail, Gawain is guided to the sinister castle of Lynor, a kingdom oppressed by seven usurping brothers. Through mysterious visions, he discovers a blood debt and the martyrdom of a noble family. Defying betrayals and traps, Gawain fights to restore hope to a lost stronghold. But, in his heart, the call of the Grail resonates, tearing him away from all peaceful life.