{"title":"Series: Arthur","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of the \u003cem\u003eArthur\u003c\/em\u003e series, a collection of young adult novels that breathe new life into the legendary tales of King Arthur. Immerse yourself in a medieval adventure filled with courage, friendship, and the timeless quest for justice and honour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArthur: The Seeing Stone\u003c\/em\u003e is the captivating starting point of this imaginative journey, where you will follow the young protagonist, Arthur, as he uncovers his destiny and navigates the challenges of growing up in the shadow of his legendary namesake. This series beautifully blends historical detail with fantastical elements, making it a perfect choice for young readers who crave stories grounded in history but enriched with a touch of magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in the \u003cem\u003eArthur\u003c\/em\u003e series is designed to not only entertain but also to educate, offering insights into the chivalric codes and societal norms of the medieval era. Whether you are a fan of historical fiction or fantasy, these books promise a thrilling read that will leave you eagerly turning pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arthur-king-of-the-middle-march-by-kevin-crossley-holland-9781842551554","title":"Arthur: King of the Middle March","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is 1202, and thousands of knights and footsoldiers are mustering in Venice for the Fourth Crusade. Among them is young Arthur de Caldicot, squire to Lord Stephen. It is thrilling to be part of this huge gathering; but as Christian falls upon Christian and Saracens draw their scimitars, Arthur's eyes are opened to the realities of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking into his seeing stone for guidance, he realises that the exploits of King Arthur and his knights, like those of the crusaders, are as grim as they are glorious. Meanwhile, Arthur has his own concerns: Gatty, his betrothal, his dream of finding his mother, his relationship with his violent father, and his churlish foster-brother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen he finally returns to England, all he has lost and all he has won come together. War, romance, murder, family quarrels, power politics, the conflict between Christianity and Islam: all these are elements in a story packed with drama and colour. Its vivid picture of daily life in medieval times is shot through with earthy comedy and the magic of the Arthurian legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDarker and deeper than the first two books, this is a marvellous ending to a trilogy that has utterly captivated its readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46726957826284,"sku":"9781842551554","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/328783482844.jpg?v=1754925791"},{"product_id":"arthur-the-seeing-stone-by-kevin-crossley-holland-9780752844299","title":"Arthur: The Seeing Stone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe year is 1199, the place the Welsh Marches. Young Arthur de Caldicot is given a shining stone in which his legendary namesake is revealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 100 short chapters that brilliantly evoke life in a medieval manor, stories of the boy King Arthur begin to echo and anticipate the secrets and mysteries that emerge in his own life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'...as bright and as vivid as the pictures in a Book of Hours. Deep scholarship, high imagination, and great gifts of storytelling have gone into this; I was spellbound.'\u003c\/em\u003e – Philip Pullman, The Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Instantly evokes T H White's The Once and Future King\u003c\/em\u003e in blending the pastoral idyll of a medieval manor with the myths of King Arthur. There the similarity ends – this is truly a crossover book, settling in the interesting space between children's and adult fiction.' – The Times\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46726963331308,"sku":"9780752844299","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/542753482456.jpg?v=1754926003"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/series-arthur.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}