TALIESIN AND KING ARTHUR

by Ruth Robbins ‧ RELEASE DATE: Nov. 25, 1970

A carefully abbreviated and sprightly version of the story of Taliesin's birth, told as a tale within a tale. As a youth, Taliesin quickly impresses Arthur's court (in Caerleon) with his stories, but it is not until Christmas Eve, at the Grand Meeting of the Bards, that he wins the prize. His story, the last to be told, involves the wondrous transformation of the child of Ceridwen who boiled a brew for a year and a day. The fact that it is Taliesin's own story is not revealed until the end, a technique which maintains the suspense and makes this especially suitable for Read Aloud audiences. The illustrations are less satisfying than the text -- unsurprising, mannered scenes in finely muted color. Without the droll wit of Nye's Taliesin (for older children), this is nevertheless brushed with mystery and grace.

Pub Date: Nov. 25, 1970

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Parnassus Press

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: Nov. 1, 1970

Categories: CHILDREN'S