Guinevere
About this book
Tennyson had a life-long interest in the legend of King Arthur and after the huge success of his poem 'Morte d'Arthur' he built on the theme with this series of twelve poems, written in two periods of intense creativity over nearly twenty years. Idylls of the King traces the story of Arthur's rule, from his first encounter with Guinevere and the quest for the Holy Grail to the adultery of his Queen with Launcelot and the King's death in a final battle that spells the ruin of his kingdom. Told with lyrical and dreamlike eloquence, Tennyson's depiction of the Round Table reflects a longing for a past age of valour and chivalry. And in his depiction of King Arthur he created a hero imbued with the values of the Victorian age - one who embodies the highest ideals of manhood and kingship.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 1 readers · 47 pages · ≈ 52 min · Demanding
How long does it take to read Guinevere?
About ≈ 52 min — 47 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Guinevere?
47 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Guinevere?
It sits on the Poetry shelves.
Is Guinevere in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who wrote Guinevere?
Alfred Lord Tennyson.
Where can I read Guinevere online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library