T. H. White
White retold the Arthurian legend for the twentieth century in The Once and Future King, a moving blend of medieval scholarship, comic fantasy, and pacifist allegory. His work bridges the children's book and the serious adult novel.
Works
- The Once and Future KingEpic retelling of King Arthur's rise, reign, and fall
- The Sword in the StoneArthurian fantasy of young Arthur learning magic and kingship
- The Witch in the WoodArthurian fantasy of Merlin's influence and Arthur's challenges
- The Ill-Made KnightArthurian romance of knight Lancelot's love and betrayal
- Mistress Masham's ReposeFantasy of a girl discovering an enchanted island with Arthurian magic