Perceval: The Story of the Grail (Arthurian Studies)

 

By Chretien de Troyes, Nigel Bryant

 

 

The story of the Fisher King, a wounded king whose suffering affects his kingdom and creates a wasteland, has parallels to Happy Valley becoming desolate with the loss of the singing harp.

Update 05.07.2020 – Michial pointed out similar parallels to the enchantment that turns the handsome young prince into the Beast along with enchanting his entire castle, particularly the turning of angels into gargoyles.