The Swan Maiden by Raymond H. Thompson (review)

In addition to his distinguished scholarly contributions to Arthurian studies, Raymond Thompson is the author of seven science fiction novels constituting a cycle titled The Striking Hawk. [...]for a time this connection is indicated mainly by a number of Arthurian names and frequent passing referen...

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Published in:Arthuriana (Dallas, Tex.) Tex.), 2019-04, Vol.29 (1), p.164-166
Main Author: Lacy, Norris J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Creativity
Fiction
Novels
Science fiction & fantasy
Welsh language
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Summary:In addition to his distinguished scholarly contributions to Arthurian studies, Raymond Thompson is the author of seven science fiction novels constituting a cycle titled The Striking Hawk. [...]for a time this connection is indicated mainly by a number of Arthurian names and frequent passing references to the Grail Lance (p. 27 and passim), the Castle Perilous (p. 30), and other familiar motifs. In so doing, it follows the legend of Arthur through the addition, importation, and creative interpretation of characters and adventures new to the legend. [...]informed readers will recognize that the narrative pattern and certain portions of the novel are adapted from the Welsh Culhwch and Olwen, The Spoils of Annwfn, and other traditional sources.
ISSN:1078-6279
1934-1539
1934-1539
DOI:10.1353/art.2019.0015