The Legend of Monte della Sibilla; or, Le paradis de la reine Sibille

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The Legend of Monte della Sibilla; or, Le paradis de la reine Sibille

by Clive Bell

EN·~15 minutes·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

15:36

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A wandering knight from the Holy Roman Empire, Hans van Branbourg, sets out for the legendary Monte Sibillino, lured by rumors of a hidden sanctuary that defies nature itself. The journey takes him across the rolling Tuscan valleys, past whispering winds and eerie noises that hint at a world beyond ordinary perception. When he finally reaches the cavern’s bronze and crystal gates, a mysterious lady‑porter greets him, and the stone doors swing open to reveal the fabled realm of the Sibyl.

Inside, the explorer discovers a dazzling court of enchanting women, sumptuous halls, and gardens that seem to bloom out of thin air. Presided over by the enigmatic Queen Sibylle, the place offers hospitality wrapped in riddles and strange rules that test the courage and curiosity of any visitor. The opening promises a blend of medieval adventure, supernatural intrigue, and a touch of humor as Hans and his squire navigate this otherworldly paradise.

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en

Duration

~15 minutes (14K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.)

Release date

2020-01-06

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Clive Bell

Clive Bell

1881–1964

An influential English art critic and a central figure in the Bloomsbury Group, he helped shape early 20th-century debates about modern painting. He is especially remembered for the idea of “significant form,” which became one of the best-known theories in modern art criticism.

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