What was Arthur's relationship to Merlyn?

What is so important about Arthur?

Why does Merlyn feel that he should raise the child?

How do Merlyn and his friends treat the women in their lives? Give specific examples backing up your response.

Name some of Merlyn's weaknesses, and offer examples of how he overcomes them.

What is Merlyn's relationship like with his stepbrother?

Describe some of Merlyn's interactions with the lepers. What is the result of these interactions?

Where does Merlyn go with Arthur at the end of the book, and why are they going there?