'Aladore' Summary

Sir Ywain, a knight burdened by the routine of his administrative life, yearns for something more meaningful. Discontented, he relinquishes his estate to his younger brother and sets out on a spiritual journey to find his heart's desire. Guided by a mysterious, child-like will-o'-the-wisp, he arrives at the city of Paladore, where he meets Aithne, a captivating woman with an ethereal, almost otherworldly allure. Aithne, half-fae enchantress, embodies both the beauty and danger of the magical world. As Ywain delves deeper into this realm, his journey becomes entwined with Aithne's own story, leading him through trials and revelations, where he confronts his own desires and the nature of true love. Sir Henry Newbolt's 'Aladore' weaves a tale of self-discovery and the power of following one's heart, culminating in a poignant exploration of the complex and intertwined nature of human and fae existence.