Fragments of Ancient Manuscript About Merlin Have Been Discovered

Of course the 13th century is about seven centuries after King Arthur lived and about when the Arthurian romances began to be written. The fragments probably have more literary than historical significance.

A lucky discovery in a rare book has the potential to transform our knowledge of perhaps the most famous story from the entire Middle Ages. Some damaged manuscript pages found inside the volume are from the 13th century and they narrate the adventures of Merlin the magician, a key figure in the legendary tales of King Arthur and Camelot. The find is an astounding one and it is already changing our understanding of the Arthurian myths and legends. Read more

The Site of Camelot May Have Been Found

The site of King Arthur's Camelot may have been found.

A retired expert on Arthurian literature has announced that he may have found the likely location of Camelot, the legendary castle and court that was home to King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. Former Bangor University English Literature Professor Peter Field found the site by accident: "It was quite by chance. I was looking at some maps, and suddenly all the ducks lined up." Read more