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The Last Book of Wonder
Overview
The tales of Lord Dunsany are masterpieces of science fiction and fantasy. They reflect the author's keen sense of the humor and irony--with the proverbial twinkle in his eye--and with a keen appreciation of the ultimate futility of most human longings. "The Last Book of Wonder" is a magnificent collection of stories written as the world raged in The War to End All Wars, the First WWI. It is Dunsany at his peak. The stories are a lush tapestry of language, of images of people, places, and things that cannot exist, yet are familiar. They are as full of wonder as they are unforgettable. These stories are a necessary part of any fantasy collection.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781596050143
- ISBN-10: 1596050144
- Publisher: Cosimo Classics
- Publish Date: June 2004
- Dimensions: 8.12 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.6 pounds
- Page Count: 236
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