The world of Arthurian literature is full of magic and adventure that enchants readers of all ages. TH White has done a fantastic job of transforming Arthur's childhood adventures into a charming, cartoon-like interpretation of the legend of the sword in the stone. Moral values ​​are evident from the beginning of White's novel. White has cleverly linked all of Arthur's educational adventures, along with the people and animals he encounters, to the drawing of the sword from the stone. This wonderful amalgamation of key elements not only ties together the loose ends of Arthur's adventures, but also solidifies the reasoning behind Arthur's predetermined path to becoming king of England. Arthur's world as a child growing up in White's novel is centered in Sir Ector's castle. and the surrounding areas. Sir Ectors' castle is where Merlyn finds a home from which to educate Arthur, with Kay participating in Merlyn's education and adventures on a part-time basis. Merlin and his teaching are the focal point of White's story which ultimately leads to the drawing of the sword from the stone and the coronation of Arthur. The opening chapters of the novel The Sword in the Stone introduce Arthur, Kay, Sir Ector, King Pellinore, and Merlin. These characters are the core characters of the book. Merlyn's role in the story is the most important. It's about educating Arthur so he can become a legendary king of England. Throughout the story of the Sword in the Stone, Arthur undertakes many quests that will educate him about the world. Although Merlyn is Arthur's educator, Merlyn never forces Arthur to undertake any of the quests or take part in the lessons. Arthur is always the one who comes to Merlin looking for adventure,...... middle of paper... lines: “Some of them came from the church banners, where they were painted in heraldry. Some came from the waters, the sky and the surrounding fields, but everyone, down to the smallest shrew, had come to help out of love. Wart felt his power grow. (White, 292.) White's version of the sword in the legend of the stone, although altered through the introduction of animal, divine, and fairy-tale characters, still involves the reader in the tales of the Arthurian world. The Sword in the Stone is enjoyable for readers of all ages thanks to the enchantment of the tale of a young King Arthur. White cleverly ties together all of Arthur's adventures in his book to provide the reader with a cartoon-like picture that ties all the loose ends together. Works Cited White, T. H. The Sword in the Stone. Glasgow: HarperCollins Manufacturing, 1971. Print.