ast battle. The book ends with the return of Merlin. Morgan falls into a deep enchanted sleep as the result of a spell placed on him by Merlin. All of his young men die in the cave with him. Twain writes, "Ye were conquerors; ye are conquered! These others are perishing--you also. Ye shall all die in this place--every one--except him. He sleepeth, now--and shall sleep thirteen centuries. I am Merlin!" (318).
The comparison between a king and the royal court to the presidency is a direct one according to George E. Reedy in his book, The Twilight of the Presidency: From Johnson to Reagan. King Arthur is surrounded by his queen, Guinevere, the wizard Merlin, the knights of his round table, an extensive entourage of lords, ladies, and castle staff. This is not unlike the "court" of the president. The president is surrounded by his entourage, also. This group usually includes his spouse, cabinet members, special
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