Publisher's Synopsis
""The Two Knights of the Swan, Lohengrin and Helyas: A Study of the Legend of the Swan-Knight"" is a book written by Robert Jaffray and published in 1910. The book is an in-depth exploration of the legend of the Swan-Knight, focusing specifically on two of the most famous iterations of the story: Lohengrin and Helyas. Jaffray delves into the origins of the legend, tracing it back to its roots in medieval literature and mythology. He examines the various versions of the story that have been told over the centuries, and looks at how the legend has been adapted and reinterpreted in different cultures and time periods. Throughout the book, Jaffray provides detailed analysis and commentary on the characters, themes, and symbolism of the Swan-Knight legend. He looks at the role that the swan plays in the story, and explores the various interpretations of the bird's significance. He also examines the themes of love, loyalty, and chivalry that are central to the legend, and discusses how they have been interpreted by different authors and artists over time. Overall, ""The Two Knights of the Swan, Lohengrin and Helyas"" is a comprehensive and scholarly examination of one of the most enduring legends of Western literature. It will be of interest to anyone with an interest in mythology, medieval literature, or the history of storytelling.With Special Reference To Its Two Most Important Developments.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
