
In a world where magic bends the very flow of time, the chronicles speak of a golden era in Spain that seems to shimmer between history and legend. The narrator hints that enchantments have softened dates into a mercurial haze, leaving the reader to wander through a landscape where the past is both remembered and ever‑changing. This atmosphere of mystery sets the stage for a tale that feels both ancient and timeless.
At the heart of the story, an aging lord of the Valleys of Arguento Harez summons his eldest son for a final, solemn rite. He gifts his child a legendary Castilian blade—swift, singing in moonlight—as well as a mandolin, the instrument that carries the music of his homeland. The old man’s counsel links the art of the sword with the charm of song, suggesting that both will guide the young hero through the challenges ahead.
Thus begins the adventure of a gifted swordsman‑musician, poised to leave his father's shadows and seek his destiny in a world where enchantment and honor walk hand in hand.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (399K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines.
Release date
2003-07-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1878–1957
A pioneer of modern fantasy, this Anglo-Irish writer filled his stories and plays with dreamlike kingdoms, invented gods, and a sense of wonder that later inspired generations of fantasy authors. He also lived an unusually varied life, serving in war, spending time at Dunsany Castle, and writing across many forms.
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