description: Even readers who don't normally enjoy Arthurian legends will love this version, a retelling from the point of view of the women behind the throne. Morgaine (more commonly known as Morgan Le Fay) and Gwenhwyfar (a Welsh spelling of Guinevere) struggle for power, using Arthur as a way to score points and promote their respective worldviews. The Mists of Avalon's Camelot politics and intrigue take place at a time when Christianity is taking over the island-nation of Britain; Christianity vs. Faery, and God vs. Goddess are dominant themes. Young and old alike will enjoy this magical Arthurian reinvention by science fiction and fantasy veteran Marion Zimmer Bradley. --Bonnie Bouman2 Cassettes, 3 Hours
language: English
title: The Mists of Avalon: Avalon Book 7
titlecomplete: The Mists of Avalon: Avalon Book 7 (Audio Cassettes)
characters: Viviane, King Arthur, Gorlois, Lancelot du Lac, Kevin, the Bard, Merlin (Arthurian wizard), Accolon, Morgause, Igraine, Morgaine, Uriens, Gwenhwyfar, Uther
genres: Fiction, Historical, Magic, Romance, Science Fiction Fantasy, Classics, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Arthurian, Mythology
ratings_count: 204212
places: Camelot, Avalon
series: Avalon (Chronological Order), Les Dames du lac, Avalon
awards: awardedAt: 441792000000
name: Locus Award
category: Best Fantasy Novel
publisher: Hachette Audio