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An interesting copy of White's most famous book, his modern interpretation of the Arthurian legend (based on Malory's Morte Darthur). A Near Fine copy in Very Good+ dust jacket. Black cloth printed in white on the spine. Chicago newspaperman and author, Vincent Starrett's copy with his name written on the half-title and his notes on the rear end paper about the textual differences between the UK and US editions. Dust jacket with some staining on the verso, but generally bright, fresh, and unfaded. Minor nicks at the spine ends and corners. Adapting Arthurian legend for modern readers, White provided Arthuriana fans with a backstory on the childhood and education of the boy who would become king. Tracing Arthur's youth and training with Merlin, the novel also put the young hero in contact with other familiar Medieval figures including Robin Hood. Basis for the beloved 1962 Disney film of the same name and a classic of modern literature in its own right. "The single finest fantasy novel written in our time, or for that matter ever written, by any conceivable standard must be T.H. White's" (Carter). Near Fine in Very Good + dust jacket.

The Once and Future King is a novel by T. H. White that chronicles the saga of King Arthur. It is composed of several works that were written separately and later compiled into the full version known today. This modern Arthurian legend is recognized for its unique combination of chivalry, legend, and a touch of whimsy, presenting a 'once' traditional medieval world that eventually evolves into a 'future' reflective of contemporary society.