The concluding books in T.H. White's magnificent retelling of the Arthurian legend see the old King facing the final challenge of his reign. Has he the strength to see it off--or will his lifetime's work be destroyed by his own son? As he contemplates the battle, Arthur is joined by his old friend, Merlyn, who--as unpredictably as ever--shows him that there could yet be cause for cheer if only manking would learn from its mistakes.