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The Once and Future King
Classic fantasy
The Once and Future King
T. H. White follows Arthur from an inquisitive boy taught by Merlyn to the king who hopes law and fellowship can restrain violence. The rise of Camelot is shadowed by the tangled loyalties of Guinevere, Lancelot, and Mordred. Humor, enchantment, and animal transformations gradually give way to tragedy and searching questions about power. Sweeping and thoughtful, this Arthurian classic suits long fireside reading for anyone who likes legends with wit, heartbreak, and moral complexity.
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War and battle violence; deaths of major characters; child and animal death; incest and sexual relationships; rape/sexual violence references; domestic abuse; execution; betrayal and grief.
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Spiced Sorrel Punch
Hibiscus, ginger, cinnamon, and orange bring a bright spiced warmth to this iced punch.
What you'll need
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- Steep hibiscus tea with ginger and cinnamon, then chill. Stir in orange juice and simple syrup and serve over ice.
- Garnish: Orange wheel.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Island Rum Punch
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A bold, warming pour suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.
What you'll need
- 2 oz dark rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice ↗
- 1 oz orange juice ↗
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice ↗
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain over fresh ice in a tall glass.
- Garnish: Orange wheel or pineapple wedge.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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