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The History of the Kings of Britain (Penguin Classics)
by Geoffrey of Monmouth

The History of the Kings of Britain (Penguin Classics)
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Author: Geoffrey of Monmouth
Introduction: Lewis Thorpe
Translator: Lewis Thorpe
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1977-01-27
ISBN: 0140441700
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: Penguin Classics

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Book Review: Thrilling and exciting
Summary: 4 Stars

For an twelfth century story-book writer, Monmouth does a very good job. His writing style is both entertaining and informative. He does tend to exaggerate quite a bit regarding accurate information, but the book makes a very good read, and there is a whole section devoted to the first fully developed legend of King Arthur.

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