The Dragon Stone: A Tale of King Arthur, Merlin & Cabal

The Dragon Stone-A Tale of Arthur, Merlin & Cabal, is the medievel story of King Arthur, narrated by his faithful dog, Cabal. The author combines several of his chief enthusiasms--his preoccupation with the Middle Ages, his fascination with the story of Arthur, and his love and respect for dogs. Cabal, one of the story's central figures, originates in the numerous references to King Arthur's dog that are found in some of the earliest surviving examples of Arthurian literature. Unfortunatly, Cabal - in contrast to Merlin and the Lady of the Lake, or Excalibur and the Holy Grail, has been largely forgotton. If every dog must have his day, as the old saying goes, then it is high time that Cabal, King Arthur's valiant (and verbal)dog, should have his. The Dragon Stone is intended for readers aged 10-14. But the novel is entirely appropriate for any reader who loves the story of King Arthur, or who shares the author's deep affection for dogs, or who may still feel just a little bit young at heart.

John Conlee is a Professor of English at the College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA. His primary field of teaching and research is English Medieval Literature, and he has published widely on Middle English poetry, Middle Scots poetry, the Arthurian legands, and has contributed articles on children's authors to major reference works.

John Conlee is a native of San Diego and attended the University of Southern California. His graduate degrees are from the University of Illinois. At William and Mary he has directed the graduate prograim in English and has twice served as Chair of the English Department. An active supporter of the College's Study Abroad Programs, he has taught in the College's Cambridge and Bath Programs. He has also organized and directed several summer study tours to the UK.