Myths and Myth-Makers

Few mediaeval heroes are so widely known as William Tell. Hisexploits have been celebrated by one of the greatest poets andone of the most popular musicians of modern times. They aredoubtless familiar to many who have never heard of Stauffacheror Winkelried, who are quite ignorant of the prowess ofRoland, and to whom Arthur and Lancelot, nay, even Charlemagne,are but empty names.