Canterbury Press Norwich The Coming of Arthur: Merlin's Isle Volume 2 | Hardcover | English

Dive back into the Arthurian legend with The Coming of Arthur: Merlin's Isle Volume 2 by Malcolm Guite. This second installment of the acclaimed Merlin's Isle: An Arthuriad takes readers to craggy Tintagel to witness the origins of Arthur's destiny. Follow young Arthur as he is raised by Sir Ector and tutored by the wizard Merlin, preparing him to become the foretold king.

Malcolm Guite continues his masterful exploration of the Arthurian tale, following his work on Galahad and the Grail. Guite mines deep corners of lore, offering fresh insight into well-trodden paths of the legend, enhanced by his facility with poetic form and allusions to past storytellers.

• Second volume in the Merlin's Isle: An Arthuriad series.
• Features Arthur's early life, tutelage under Merlin, and preparation for kingship.
• Poetic exploration of Arthurian lore with fresh insights.
• Written by acclaimed poet Malcolm Guite.

• Author: Malcolm Guite
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 372 pages
• Publication Date: November 9, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1786227282
• ISBN-13: 978-1786227287
• Dimensions: 16.5 x 2.8 x 24.8 cm
• Item Weight: 788 g

This hardcover edition offers a royal feast of story and song, perfect for enthusiasts of Arthurian myth and masterful poetry.