Before Arthur became king and commanded a round table of knights, he was just a young squire with dreams of someday becoming a knight himself. It wasn't until fate brought him to a sacred sword sealed in stone that Arthur learned the truth about himself and his destiny. This adapted and condensed fully illustrated version of the tale by Sir Thomas Malory will introduce young readers to the beloved characters from the original and give them a taste of the adventure-filled classic. About the 10 Minute Classics series: The 10 Minute Classics series is a great introduction to classic literature, designed to spark a love for great stories and an openness to the classics as reading skills progress. These short, fully illustrated dust-jacketed picture books introduce key characters, storylines, and settings to engage young readers. A broad range of titles is now available, including: Moby Dick, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Little Women, and more.