Tristan & Isolde: The Warrior and the Princess [A British Legend]

Graphic Myths and Legends

by Jeff Limke

From an ancient legend comes a love story for all time. Strong and brave, Tristan is the nephew of King Mark of Cornwall and one of his finest English knights. Mark sends Tristan to Ireland to bring home the king’s bride, the princess Isolde. While in Ireland, Tristan slays a dragon and wins Isolde’s hand for his uncle. But through a twist of fate, Tristan and Isolde fall in love on the voyage back to Cornwall. Will Tristan and Isolde each do their duty as a loyal knight and a promised bride? Or will they follow their hearts and risk many dangers to be together?

Genres: Graphic Novels, Manga, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Childrens

48 pages, Library Binding

First published December 15, 2007

Reviews

[Sophie Bowns · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good retelling!

I really enjoyed this graphic novel retelling of Tristan and Isolde. It’s a very interesting tale, even though it’s sad one.

[Johanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Classic Arthurian legend retold in a brief graphic novel

[Andreia]

Pretty good retelling

[Marquise · Rating 2 out of 5]

The art is the best part, as it's decent. The storytelling, however, is rushed and feels as a summary, with a few noticeable plotholes.

[Liz C · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good

Nicely written and drawn. I hadn't read this legend before so it was interesting. I suppose it gets lost in amongst the King Arthur books.