Arthur's Sword: The Adventures of Philip and Richard
By (Author) Edward G Chandler
BookBaby
BookBaby
2nd January 2024
United States
Paperback
108
Width 152mm, Height 228mm, Spine 7mm
181g
This book is written about Philip of Green, along with his constant companion; a horse named Richard as they travel seeking adventure. The setting is the British Isles years after the fabled King Athur and Camelot are long past, Philip is send on a quest for king Arthur. Philip obtains 'Excalibur' to accompany him on the adventure to over throw those who are holding Britian back from becoming a united nation. Philip is young and inexperienced. His horse Richard will be his defender, protector throught out the majority of their quest.
Philip finds himself banned from towns and villages due to a 'situation' involving black power.
"When Richard, being bold, galloped right into their lines, I held on for the ride. He upset their horses and foot soldiers." Unable to get the people to fight the invaders Philip comes up with a plan. Richard doesn't think it's good plan! This is where their quest begins with a visit to the fabled, 'Camelot' where they will encounter the spirit of King Arthur.
"A young man, a servant to the innkeeper, came forward and said, "My Lord, is that the sword of King Arthur Is it Excalibur" I looked at it, brought it down and examined it carefully in the light. It was not the sword that I had carried."
Edward G. Chandler was born in Weiser, Idaho, the fourth of eight children. He and his wife Terri presently reside in Manhattan, Kansas and are the parents of seven children. They moved to Manhattan with the U.S. Army when he was assigned to the 1st Infantry Division. Retired from the military then stayed in the area, teaching at Manhattan High School for twenty-two years, along with twelve years teaching night classes for Barton Community College at Fort Riley, Kansas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in History with a minor in Economics from Utah State University, a Master of Science degree in Secondary Education, and an Administrative Certificate earned from Kansas State University. He is active in the community; among his efforts, he served with the Boy Scouts of America for many years, holding various positions since 1985.
This is his fourth book published included as follows.
I Work Alone
Does it Ever Stop
My Name Must Be Trouble