King Sorrow

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Arthur Oakes navigates life as an outsider, shaped by his mother's imprisonment following a protest against nuclear weapons. With a father absent and dreams of romance unfulfilled, he immerses himself in English mythology. A single act of courage to defend another underdog thrusts him into a perilous situation, forcing him to steal rare books from his college library to protect his mother. This fateful choice spirals into a series of violent events, challenging his understanding of bravery and loyalty.