THE SWAN MAIDENS.
LONG, long time ago there was born in the east a wonderful king.
He was called “The King of the Golden Sword.”
Every day he came in his golden chariot scattering heat, light and happiness among his people.
Every day he passed from his palace in the east far over to his throne in the west.
He never missed a day for he wanted to see that everyone had a full share of his gifts.
Throughout the kingdom the birds sang and the flowers bloomed. The sky was full of beautiful pictures which were constantly changing.
The king had many daughters who were called swan maidens.