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The Mists of Avalon

By: Marion Zimmer Bradley
Narrated by: Davina Porter
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A posthumous recipient of the World Fantasy Award for Lifetime Achievement, Marion Zimmer Bradley reinvented - and rejuvenated - the King Arthur mythos with her extraordinary Mists of Avalon series. In this epic work, Bradley follows the arc of the timeless tale from the perspective of its previously marginalized female characters: Celtic priestess Morgaine, Gwenhwyfar, and High Priestess Viviane.

©1982 Marion Zimmer Bradley (P)1993 Recorded Books

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“[A] monumental reimagining of the Arthurian legends...” ( The New York Times Book Review)

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A her- story we all must hear.

A story we all must hear. Epic, well narrative. Loved it. Will ensure my children will one day hear it. For the love of the Goddess.

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Women in the Arthur legend.

The power struggle between the old religions and the beginnings of Christianity set in the context of the loss of autonomy for women is thought provoking. The legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table is fleshed out and given a depth of setting and circumstances as well as a new perspective. The characters are finely drawn and the themes are intriguing. I thoroughly enjoyed this book when I first read it some 40 years ago and I’m delighted to enjoy this audible version.

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Loved this version of the Arthurian tale

I read this many many years ago and it is still a great saga in 2024

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great story

narration is awful. like listening to a schoolteacher. if not for the wonderful story i wouldnt have bothered.

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I loved it.

I loved this story so much. the next time I do a re-read I'll look forward to it.

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Listened to this at least 15 times and it gets better every time.

I have seriously listened to this book at least 15 times (probably closer to 20) and every time I listen I love the story more. Such a creative and thought provoking version of a legend that so many people know so well. It has truly inspired me and changed my perspective on so many things.

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What an epic tale

We all know the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. This is such a great telling of the story. Really enjoyed this truly epic tale

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Loved this story

4 books in 1 is a bonus. Beautifully written and narrated. Stirring deep emotions

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Fresh take on an ancient tale.

This is the story of Arthur and Camelot from a fresh perspective. Forget all you thought you knew about this legend and be prepared to be amazed. The baddies may not be the characters you once believed they were.

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Wonderful

So well narrated , one of my favourite books was brought to life through this reading.
thank you so much 💕

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