Thomas Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur is the definitive collection of Arthurian legends, chronicling King Arthur's rise, the Knights of the Round Table's adventures, and Camelot's tragic fall. Through tales of chivalry, quest, betrayal, and magic, Malory created the version of the Arthur story that influenced all who came after. This Modern Library edition becomes both medieval epic and foundational text, proving that Malory shaped how we understand Arthur and that some legends are endlessly retold because they capture eternal truths.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Malory compiled and shaped the Arthurian legends into the version everyone knows, from the sword in the stone to the Round Table's destruction. This edition reminds us that Lancelot and Guinevere's love is central, that the quest for the Holy Grail tests everyone, and that Malory wrote in prison, making literature from captivity.

DETAILS: • Author: Thomas Malory • Publisher: Modern Library • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: February 22, 1999 • ISBN: 9780375753220 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days