It's an interpretation of the story of King Arthur. The title comes from the supposed epitaph on Arthur's grave:
HIC IACET ARTURUS - REX QVANDAM REXQUE FUTURUS
Here lies Arthur, the Once and Future King
In "The Once and Future King" by T.H. White, the Holy Grail is a sacred and mystical object that represents purity and divine grace. It is sought after by King Arthur and his knights as a symbol of spiritual enlightenment and redemption. The quest for the Holy Grail serves as a test of virtue and character for those who seek it.
In "The Once and Future King," King Pellinore spends his life in pursuit of the Questing Beast, a mysterious creature that represents a never-ending quest. Their relationship is symbolic of Pellinore's futile pursuit of an unattainable goal, reflecting themes of obsession and the illusiveness of true fulfillment. Pellinore's pursuit of the Questing Beast parallels King Arthur's search for the Holy Grail, highlighting the idea that some quests are meant to remain elusive.
According to the legend it would make you immortal. The real "Holy Grail" would have been thrown away once it became too worn to be used anymore. They had other cups.
Percival forgot the real name of the Holy Grail in T.H. White's "The Once and Future King." Instead, he remembered the wrong name, which led to his struggles and challenges during his quest.
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T.H. White
"The Once and Future King" was written in the third person point of view. It follows the narrative of King Arthur's life without being told from his perspective directly.
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The novel "The Once and Future King" was written by novelist Terence Hanbury White. The book is widely considered one of the best fantasy novels of its time.
"Might is Right" – Represents the idea that power can determine what is right and just. "Sword in the Stone" – Symbolizes the concept of worthiness and destiny being intertwined. "The Round Table" – Signifies unity, equality, and collaboration among individuals of varying backgrounds and status. "The Quest for the Holy Grail" – Represents the never-ending search for spiritual fulfillment and self-discovery.
He is simply called Badger
His face was very ugly
In the book (The Once And Future King) they called him Wart or Art befor he was king. It is likely he was called Artorius when he lived.