The Book of Wonder by Lord Dunsany (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Book of Wonder by Lord Dunsany, Mint Editions The Book of Wonder (1912) is a short story collection by Lord Dunsany. Published at the height of his career, The Book of Wonder would influence such writers as J. R. R. Tolkein, Ursula K. Le Guin, and H. P. Lovecraft. Recognized as a pioneering author of fantasy and science fiction, Dunsany is a man whose work, in the words of Lovecraft, remains "unexcelled in the sorcery of crystalline singing prose, and supreme in the creation of a gorgeous and languorous world of incandescently exotic vision." The Book of Wonder, Dunsanys fifth collection of stories, contains fourteen of his finest tales of fantasy and adventure. In "The Hoard of the Gibbelins," originally published in London weekly The Sketch, is the story of Alderic, a Knight of the Order of the City. Courageous and strong, he ventures to the island realm of the Gibbelins, where a horde of treasure is rumored to be held at the base of a treacherous castle. In "Chu-Bu and Sheemish," two idols held in the same ancient temple compete for the adoration of their worshippers. As Chu-Bu and Sheemish attempt more and more astounding miracles, they risk striking fear in the hearts of their superstitious people. Humorous and inventive, Dunsanys tales of high fantasy continue to delight over a century after they first appeared in print. This edition of Lord Dunsanys The Book of Wonder is a classic of Irish fantasy fiction reimagined for modern readers.Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Back Cover A courageous knight travels to the land of the Gibbelins in search of a legendary horde of gems. Knowing that the tower is a trap to lure unsuspecting humans, he captures a dragon to bypass it altogether. Two idols compete for adoration in an ancient temple. The Book of Wonder is a short story collection by Lord Dunsany. Flap A courageous knight travels to the land of the Gibbelins in search of a legendary horde of gems. Knowing that the tower is a trap to lure unsuspecting humans, he captures a dragon to bypass it altogether. Two idols compete for adoration in an ancient temple. The Book of Wonder is a short story collection by Lord Dunsany. Author Biography Lord Dunsany (1878-1957) was a British writer. Born in London, Dunsany—whose name was Edward Plunkett—was raised in a prominent Anglo-Irish family alongside a younger brother. When his father died in 1899, he received the title of Lord Dunsany and moved to Dunsany Castle in 1901. He met Lady Beatrice Child Villiers two years later, and they married in 1904. They were central figures in the social spheres of Dublin and London, donating generously to the Abbey Theatre while forging friendships with W. B. Yeats, Lady Gregory, and George William Russell. In 1905, he published The Gods of Pegna, a collection of fantasy stories, launching his career as a leading figure in the Irish Literary Revival. Subsequent collections, such as A Dreamers Tales (1910) and The Book of Wonder (1912), would influence generations of writers, including J. R. R. Tolkein, Ursula K. Le Guin, and H. P. Lovecraft. In addition to his pioneering work in the fantasy and science fiction genres, Dunsany was a successful dramatist and poet. His works have been staged and adapted for theatre, radio, television, and cinema, and he was unsuccessfully nominated for the 1950 Nobel Prize in Literature. Long Description The Book of Wonder (1912) is a short story collection by Lord Dunsany. Published at the height of his career, The Book of Wonder would influence such writers as J. R. R. Tolkein, Ursula K. Le Guin, and H. P. Lovecraft. Recognized as a pioneering author of fantasy and science fiction, Dunsany is a man whose work, in the words of Lovecraft, remains "unexcelled in the sorcery of crystalline singing prose, and supreme in the creation of a gorgeous and languorous world of incandescently exotic vision." The Book of Wonder , Dunsanys fifth collection of stories, contains fourteen of his finest tales of fantasy and adventure. In "The Hoard of the Gibbelins," originally published in London weekly The Sketch , is the story of Alderic, a Knight of the Order of the City. Courageous and strong, he ventures to the island realm of the Gibbelins, where a horde of treasure is rumored to be held at the base of a treacherous castle. In "Chu-Bu and Sheemish," two idols held in the same ancient temple compete for the adoration of their worshippers. As Chu-Bu and Sheemish attempt more and more astounding miracles, they risk striking fear in the hearts of their superstitious people. Humorous and inventive, Dunsanys tales of high fantasy continue to delight over a century after they first appeared in print. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Lord Dunsanys The Book of Wonder is a classic of Irish fantasy fiction reimagined for modern readers. Details ISBN1513299425 Author Mint Editions Pages 68 Series Mint Editions Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1513299425 ISBN-13 9781513299426 Format Paperback DEWEY 823/.9/12 Place of Publication Portland Country of Publication United States Publication Date 2022-02-24 NZ Release Date 2022-02-24 US Release Date 2022-02-24 UK Release Date 2022-02-24 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-04-18 Alternative 9798888975039 Publisher Mint Editions Imprint Mint Editions Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168757047;

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