Books like Excalibur by Richard Gilliam
Excalibur assembles more than twenty-five short stories drawn from American and international fantasy authors who reinterpret the legend of King Arthur. The anthology includes tales by Marion Zimmer Bradley, Charles de Lint, Diana Gabaldon, Mercedes Lackey, and Eric Lustbader, among others. Each story explores themes of myth, magic, and knighthood, offering fresh perspectives on classic Arthurian motifs while maintaining the timeless appeal of the legendary sword and its heroes.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Richard Gilliam
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