The Search for King Arthur – Historical Figure or One of Myth and Legend?
Michael Astrop SpeakerNet Sponsor
- Region:
- Yorkshire & Humber
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Professional
- Fee:
- Paid: £ 80
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 4th December 2023
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This fascinating talk looks at the evidence for story of Camelot, Arthur and the members of the roundtable from before Geoffrey of Monmouth’s history and Chretien de Troye’s additions to up-to-date research that puts Camelot at Slack near Huddersfield.
Views: 378 | Enquiries: 0About Michael Astrop
Having spent the last twenty years training, writing, and talking about business and behavioural issues, Michael is now retired and is developing his talks to groups and associations. Michael is well known to Probus groups, u3a groups antiquarian societies, and charities.
“Our members enjoyed your talk on inn signs so much I think they would be happy to welcome you every week!” Thornton Antiquarian Society
“Thank you so much for a fascinating talk on Tuesday. It was a wonderful start to our new season. We will certainly be booking you for the 20/21 season.” Boroughbridge Antiques Society.
Can travel in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Humberside.
Other Talks on SpeakerNet by Michael Astrop
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- Dick Turpin, Knight or Rogue of the Road
- Lady Killers – The Stories of Female Murderers
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- Lady Killers – The Stories of Female Murderers
- The Life and Times of Buffalo Bill Cody
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