In the following essay, Vinaver presents a detailed analysis of Le Morte Darthur, including an overview of its textual history, sources, and critical reception.

In the following excerpt, Brewer traces the history of Arthurian legend, in addition to providing an overview of the structure, sources, and thematic concerns addressed in Malory's text.

In the following excerpt, Field provides an overview of Malory's Morte Darthur, focusing on issues of authorship, structural unity, and sources.

In the following essay, Benson contends that Malory's depiction of chivalric deeds and tournaments in Le Morte Darthur was based on incidents and traditions established by real-life knights.

In the following essay, Pachoda outlines Malory's use of the Arthurian myth and its accompanying traditions as structural foundations for Le Morte Darthur.

In the following essay, Moorman contends that the three main plots in Malory's Morte Darthur are interconnected, thus providing a sense of unity to a text based on a variety of disparate sources.

In the following essay, Morgan re-examines structural issues debated by various critics regarding the last two chapters of Le Morte Darthur.

In the following essay, Dobyns points out the metaphoric quality of Malory's dialogue, noting that this contributes greatly to the creation of symbolism in his characters.

In the following essay, Mahoney studies Malory's treatment of names and their significance in Le Morte Darthur.

In the following essay, Thornton offers an account of Arthur as a king prone to failure and tragedy because of his inability to recognize weakness in those around him.