Two Glastonbury Legends: King Arthur and St. Joseph of Arimathea - Hardcover

""Two Glastonbury Legends: King Arthur and St. Joseph of Arimathea"" by J. Armitage Robinson is a book that explores the intertwined history and mythology of two legendary figures associated with the town of Glastonbury in England. The first legend is that of King Arthur, the mythical British king who is said to have fought against the invading Saxons in the 5th or 6th century. The second legend is that of St. Joseph of Arimathea, a figure from the New Testament who is said to have brought the Holy Grail to Glastonbury and founded the first Christian church in England.The book delves into the historical and archaeological evidence for both of these legends, examining the various sources and interpretations that have contributed to their enduring popularity. It also explores the ways in which these legends have been intertwined over the centuries, with some versions of the Arthurian legend incorporating elements of the Joseph of Arimathea story and vice versa.Throughout the book, Robinson provides a detailed and scholarly analysis of the legends, drawing on a wide range of sources and perspectives. He also offers his own insights and interpretations, based on his extensive knowledge of medieval history and literature.Overall, ""Two Glastonbury Legends: King Arthur and St. Joseph of Arimathea"" is a fascinating exploration of two of Britain's most enduring and beloved legends, and the ways in which they have shaped the history and culture of the town of Glastonbury and beyond.1926. The following pages represent the substance of lectures given on several occasions in response to the inquiry, What is the historical truth underlying the ancient traditions which connect Joseph of Arimathea and King Arthur with the Abbey of Glastonbury?This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.