The King Arthur myth in modern American literature
By: by Andrew E. Mathis.
Publisher: McFarland
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 158
Subjects: American fiction -- 20th century -- History and criticism.; Arthurian romances -- Adaptations -- History and criticism.; American fiction -- 19th century -- History and criticism.; Arthurian romances -- Appreciation -- United States.; Medievalism -- English-speaking countries.; American fiction -- English influences.; Knights and knighthood in literature.; Kings and rulers in literature.; Medievalism -- United States.; Middle Ages in literature.; Great Britain -- In literature.
Description: Mathis (English, Temple U.) examines the use of Arthurian legend in modern American writing. Coverage includes, for example, how Mark Twain used the myth for political reasons in A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, how the legend served cultural and aesthetic purposes in the writing of John Steinbeck, and how it continues in the writings of contemporary novelist Donald Barthelme.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 145-151) and index.