Kitezh - The Russian Grail Legends

This book is the first English translation of the remarkable legends of Kitezh, the Grail Castle of Russian mythology, and the heroic folk-tales of Russia. These legends bear a striking resemblance to the Arthurian and Parsifal cycles of northern Europe, likewise presenting an allegorical account of the initiatory path. The ultimate fulfilment of the vision of Kitezh depends on the recognition of the underlying unity of the opposite poles of East and West, and in that sense, it represents a message of hope for the future of East-West relations.