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The King

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An alternative history in fiction form which explores such concepts as the function of myth in history and the role of royalty in the modern world. King Arthur is rediscovered doing battle with the Nazis, and the grail to end all wars appears to be a bomb.

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The King, Donald Barthelme

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1992
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Title
The King
Language
English
Publisher
Minerva
Released
1992
Format
Paperback
Pages
160
ISBN10
0749391944
ISBN13
9780749391942
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An alternative history in fiction form which explores such concepts as the function of myth in history and the role of royalty in the modern world. King Arthur is rediscovered doing battle with the Nazis, and the grail to end all wars appears to be a bomb.