The Role of Arthur and Merlin in the History of Britain

The use of Arthur and Merlin isn't just a challenge that C.S. Lewis gave himself to try to use these figures but is an intentional appropriation of the Britain myths, says author Ben Wheatley. "Lewis sees a good king as the natural order under which Britain is to be governed" He adds: 'So Arthur has to come back right as I think Lewis says you know good Britain still toast and pubs today'