Penulis: Henry Gilbert

Henry Gilbert (1868–1937) was an English author known primarily for his retellings of classic tales and legends in a manner accessible and engaging to young readers. His most famous work, “King Arthur”s Knights: The Tales Retold for Boys & Girls” (1911), remains a noteworthy adaptation of Arthurian legends, distilling the complex web of medieval romance into a form that resonates with the imaginations of children. Gilbert”s narrative style, which masterfully blends excitement and ethical narrative, brings legendary characters like Sir Lancelot, Sir Galahad, and Merlin to vibrant life, making the chivalrous world of Camelot eternally appealing. His oeuvre straddles the line between faithful recounting of medieval tales and the then-contemporary literary movement of children”s literature. Gilbert contributed significantly to the genre by crafting clear, picturesque, and lively prose, designed to introduce the richness of historical legends to a fledgling audience without losing the intricacies and values embedded within the original stories. Although less recognized than contemporaries such as Andrew Lang or Thomas Bulfinch, Gilbert”s literary contributions continue to offer a gateway for young readers into the world of classic mythology and legend, enriching their appreciation of literary heritage and inspiring in them the virtues of courage, loyalty, and honor that are so central to the tales of King Arthur and his noble Knights.