The Worm Ouroboros - Eddison, Eric Rücker; Henderson, Keith
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Venture into the vividly imagined world of E.R. Eddison's "The Worm Ouroboros: A Romance," a cornerstone of epic fantasy literature. This classic tale of heroic fantasy unfolds across breathtaking landscapes, where lords and warriors clash in legendary battles. Eddison masterfully crafts a realm brimming with swords and sorcery, exploring themes of honor, ambition, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. "The Worm Ouroboros" stands as a testament to the power of imaginative storytelling. Lovers of intricate world-building and timeless adventure will find themselves captivated by its…mehr

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Venture into the vividly imagined world of E.R. Eddison's "The Worm Ouroboros: A Romance," a cornerstone of epic fantasy literature. This classic tale of heroic fantasy unfolds across breathtaking landscapes, where lords and warriors clash in legendary battles. Eddison masterfully crafts a realm brimming with swords and sorcery, exploring themes of honor, ambition, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. "The Worm Ouroboros" stands as a testament to the power of imaginative storytelling. Lovers of intricate world-building and timeless adventure will find themselves captivated by its grand scope and enduring characters. Experience the meticulously prepared print republication of this quintessential work, a sweeping saga of imaginary wars and a foundational text of the fantasy genre. A true literary achievement and a landmark of epic fantasy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Eric Rücker Eddison (1882-1945) was an English civil servant and author, widely regarded for his contributions to the high fantasy genre. Eddison is best remembered for his first and most influential work, 'The Worm Ouroboros' (1922), a novel that has been praised for its vividly detailed imaginative world and archaic Jacobean prose, which has captured the fascination of readers and influenced fantasy literature significantly. Eddison's elaborate creation of the world 'Mercury,' where his tale of heroic adventure and eternal struggle unfolds, showcases his unique narrative style and deep classical learning. The stylistic grandeur of Eddison's work, characterized by ornate language and allusions to Elizabethan and Norse mythologies, provides a rich tapestry that has been compared favorably with the works of his contemporaries, such as J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. While 'The Worm Ouroboros' remains his magnum opus, Eddison also penned a lesser-known but critically admired 'Zimiamvia' trilogy consisting of 'Mistress of Mistresses' (1935), 'A Fish Dinner in Memison' (1941), and the posthumously published 'The Mezentian Gate' (1958). Despite the acclaim for his works among a dedicated readership, the complexity and Elizabethan pastiche of Eddison's fiction have meant that his novels have not reached as wide an audience as those of some of his peers. Nonetheless, Eddison's literary legacy continues to be celebrated for its baroque splendor and imaginative depth.