Sir Orfeo: A Legend from England

by Anthea Davies, Errol Le Cain (Illustrator)

A king's wife vanishes and, disguised as a beggar, he goes in search of her.

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 1973

Reviews

[Saffron Moon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This edition is retold by Anthea Davies and illustrated by Errol Le Cain.

[Cheryl · Rating 2 out of 5]

Surreal, fantastical, and sometimes even silly illustrations. Def. of the 1970s pop psychedelic style, and not at all authentic to any period of European history (though they may appear so at first). And, yes, though the story is authentically M.E., there is indeed the connection you hear with Orpheus. Weirdly told story... and no notes.

[Melanie Gaum · Rating 4 out of 5]

English version of Orpheus and Eurydice.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Medieval version of Orpheus and Eurydice retold for children. The illustrations are gorgeous!