Isolde (medieval character)

Isolde is a legendary medieval character best known from the Arthurian and Celtic traditions. She is often depicted as a noble princess or enchantress involved in tales of love, betrayal, and tragic destiny. Most famously, she appears in stories where she falls in love with the knight Tristan, despite being betrothed to King Mark of Cornwall. Their passionate but forbidden love leads to conflict and tragedy. Isolde's character embodies themes of romantic desire, loyalty, and the complexities of human emotion, making her a lasting symbol in medieval literature and myth.