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Malory wrote Le Morte D'Arthur to preserve the many stories related to the legendary English king, who probably lived and ruled in the 5th century AD. Like the Brothers Grimm in Germany, Malory was interested in the folk tales that influenced and helped shape the culture of his country (England).

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