The Mists of Avalon

In Avalon, She presided over nine priestess’s who were prophetesses and healers. Avalon is known to have been an oracular center. Some believe that Avalon was a Druidic college for priestesses of women’s mysteries. Certain healing wells are also sacred to Her in Britain - known as Morgan’s wells. In one Arthurian legend, King Uther

King Arthur is one of the most popular literary figures of all time, capturing the hearts and minds of people for centuries. Hundreds of literary works have been created about the great medieval king. However, the debate goes on as to whether King Arthur was a real person or a fictional hero. Historians have yet to verify the actual existence of King Arthur. The story goes that Arthur was born in Tintagel Castle on the northern coast of Cornwall, England. He was the only son and heir to the throne

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight as Modern Fantasy   Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, written by an unknown author in the 14th century, can be called a timeless work of poetry. It exudes a certain fantastic quality that, despite its age of over 500 years, still appeals to modern audiences. Because of this application to all eras, would it be reasonable to state that this poem could be classified with modern fantasy fiction? Because of the similarities in plot and style with so much modern

ABSTRACT The Use of Apple Extract/Juice as a Disappearing Ink The purpose of my study is to test if apple extract/juice can be used as a disappearing ink The following are the procedures used to make a disappearing ink using the apple extract. The following are the materials; Q-tip, paper, apple juice and a Candle (any source of heat will work, ex. lamp, iron, oven). Begin by pouring a bit of the apple juice into a bowl. Use a q-tip, toothpick, or a paintbrush to write your message on the

Introduction “…Merlin smiled gently.’I cannot join you in that wish, brother. I am dedicated to the belief that it is God’s will that all men should strive for wisdom in themselves not look to it from some other…… (THE MIST OF AVALON, Avalon #1)”. All throughout our life we grow up learning about different myths and legends that teach us lessons that are relevant to parts of life we are going live. As College students, we are at a time of our life where we must take who we are and begin to develop

The early morning drizzle was constant, threatening to become actual rain. Della stood on the corner, her blonde hair gradually becoming heavy with droplets, guaranteeing a day of bad frizz. She’d been praying for rain for months, despairing over the ravages of the extended drought in Northern California, worrying about what it meant for the future, and yet she felt irritated that the rain had chosen to come today, the day she had to take public transportation. She had never liked public transportation;

King Arthur: The Man Behind The Name King Arthur is a figure surrounded by an aura of myth and mystery. His name evokes visions of knights and gallantry in a bygone era of chivalry and magic. Clear the mist around the myth, however, and the character revealed is a man with flaws like any other. He is human as well as heroic. Arthur has assembled the greatest court of knights in British history, but his own condition and relation to those knights leads to the downfall of his court. Although Arthur

All families have certain levels of craziness. The relationships between the members are honest and appreciative of creativity. Families have different actions and beliefs towards particular subjects. In a story by Sarah Vowell, she describes growing up with her father who was very political and had a passion for firearms. The environment she grew up in made her the person she is today. Mary Ann Cooper had a personal story that shows how her perspective changed because of her family. All family and

pale from pain and failing circulation. What little strength Arthur had was directed to sustaining life only. They both knew that there was likely little more than an half hour left for him to survive in this mortal world. Morgana 's grey formless mist had made its way into the ether scant seconds ago: banished even as Merlin had disassembled her physical body. She would never be able to directly interfere in the world of men again, but would be condemned to always be present, to always observe the

The Holy Grail is the mystical cup that Christ used at the last supper and it is believed that it holds special powers. The Grail was considered to be a bowl or dish when first described by Chrétien de Troyes (Holy Grail – Crystalinks). Hélinand of Froidmont described the Grail as a "wide and deep saucer" (O’Neal 79). Other authors had their own ideas: Robert de Boron portrayed it as the vessel of the Last Supper; and Peredur had no Grail per se, presenting the hero instead with a platter containing