Publisher's Synopsis
Sir Elidoc: An Old Breton Legend is a novel written by the German author, Friedrich Heinrich Karl de la Motte Fouque, and was originally published in 1849. The story is set in medieval Brittany and revolves around the titular character, Sir Elidoc, a valiant knight who is on a quest to save his lady love, Lady Gwennolar, from the clutches of a wicked sorcerer.The novel is steeped in the traditions and mythology of Breton folklore, and the author draws heavily on the legends and stories of the region to create a rich and vivid world. The story is full of magical creatures, including dragons, fairies, and enchanted forests, and the hero must overcome a series of obstacles and challenges to complete his quest.At its heart, Sir Elidoc: An Old Breton Legend is a romance, and the relationship between Sir Elidoc and Lady Gwennolar is central to the plot. Despite the many obstacles that stand in their way, the two characters are determined to be together, and their love is portrayed as a powerful force that can overcome even the darkest magic.Overall, Sir Elidoc: An Old Breton Legend is a classic tale of adventure, romance, and magic, and is a must-read for fans of medieval literature and mythology.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.
