Upcoming Book: The Life of Merlin by Geoffrey of Monmouth.

Upcoming Book:

The Life of Merlin

by Geoffrey of Monmouth

As we circle back to Geoffrey of Monmouth, I will discuss in my upcoming article the works just before and after The History of the Kings of Britain (HRB). Those would be the Prophesies of Merlin which were also later included in the "History" (so you wont have to purchase that one!) and the Life of Merlin. I will only touch on "The Prophesies" because it is not particularly relevant but of more interest is the "Life" because it adds a little definition and story to the character of Merlin though he still is not quite the Merlin you are familiar with. The Life of Merlin is not included in the HRB but you can purchase it using the link below. It is a relatively short work and not particularly expensive.

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