Selections from the Writings of Lord Dunsay By: Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett Dunsany (1878-1957)
Selections from the Writings of Lord Dunsay is an exquisite compilation of the profound and imaginative works penned by the brilliant mind of Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett Dunsany. This anthology transports readers to captivating realms far beyond the reaches of ordinary existence, where the boundaries of reality blur, and the possibilities of the imagination are infinite. Dunsany's writings are characterized by their richly poetic language, evoking a sense of ethereal beauty that enchants and bewitches. His prose skillfully weaves intricate tapestries of mythical landscapes, populated by fantastical creatures, gods, and heroes. With each story, the author effortlessly immerses readers into his own universe, inviting them to witness the grandeur of his creative vision. The book offers a diverse selection of Dunsany's work, showcasing his ability to create stories with a wide range of tones and themes. From dark and haunting tales delving into the depths of human nature, to lighthearted and whimsical narratives exploring the wonders of fantasy, there is something here to captivate every reader. One of the standout qualities of Lord Dunsany's writing is his masterful use of language. His prose dances and flows, painting vivid images in the reader's mind. Each word is carefully chosen to conjure a specific ambiance, whether it be a sense of awe and wonder, or an eerie foreboding. Additionally, Dunsany's stories often contain profound philosophical undertones, inviting readers to ponder the deeper meanings behind their fantastical settings. He skillfully interweaves profound observations on the human condition, morality, and the very nature of existence, elevating his tales beyond mere entertainment and into realms of profound contemplation. In this anthology, readers will find themselves delving into narratives such as "The Sword of Welleran," a tale of heroism and sacrifice that explores themes of duty and honor. Meanwhile, "The Fortress Unvanquishable, Save for Sacnoth" takes us on a thrilling adventure as a hero strives to retrieve a magical sword from a fortress guarded by supernatural creatures. These stories, along with many others, showcase the timeless appeal of Dunsany’s writing. Selections from the Writings of Lord Dunsany offers an enchanting journey into realms of imagination, leaving readers longing for more of the author's hypnotic storytelling. This compilation is a testament to the enduring power of Dunsany's works, ensuring that his legacy as one of fantasy literature's most influential pioneers remains firmly intact. For both longtime fans and newcomers to Lord Dunsany's tales, this book is an absolute treasure, ready to transport readers into realms brimming with wonder, mystery, and marvels untold. First Page: SELECTIONS FROM THE WRITINGS OF LORD DUNSANY MCMXII [Illustration] CONTENTS The Gods of the Mountain The First Act of King Argimenes and the Unknown Warrior The Fall of Babbulkund The Sphinx at Gizeh Idle Days on the Yann A Miracle The Castle of Time INTRODUCTION I Lady Wilde once told me that when she was a young girl she was stopped in some Dublin street by a great crowd and turned into a shop to escape from it. She stayed there some time and the crowd still passed. She asked the shopman what it was, and he said, 'the funeral of Thomas Davis, a poet.' She had never heard of Davis; but because she thought a country that so honoured a poet must be worth something, she became interested in Ireland and was soon a famous patriotic poet herself, being, as she once said to me half in mockery, an eagle in her youth. That age will be an age of romance for an hundred years to come. Its poetry slid into men's ears so smoothly that a man still living, though a very old man now, heard men singing at the railway stations he passed upon a journey into the country the verses he had published but that morning in a Dublin newspaper; and yet we should not regret too often that it has vanished, and left us poets even more unpopular than are our kind elsewhere in Europe; for now that we are unpopular we escape from crowds, from noises in the street, from voices that sing out of tune, from bad paper made one knows not from what refuse, from evil smelling gum, from covers of emerald green, from that ideal of reliable, invariable men and women, which would forbid saint and connoisseur who always, the one in his simple, the other in his elaborate way, do what is unaccountable, and forbid life itself which, being, as the definition says, the only thing that moves itself, is always without precedent... Continue reading book >>

Selections from the Writings of Lord Dunsay By: Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett Dunsany (1878-1957)

Selections from the Writings of Lord Dunsay is an exquisite compilation of the profound and imaginative works penned by the brilliant mind of Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett Dunsany. This anthology transports readers to captivating realms far beyond the reaches of ordinary existence, where the boundaries of reality blur, and the possibilities of the imagination are infinite.

Dunsany's writings are characterized by their richly poetic language, evoking a sense of ethereal beauty that enchants and bewitches. His prose skillfully weaves intricate tapestries of mythical landscapes, populated by fantastical creatures, gods, and heroes. With each story, the author effortlessly immerses readers into his own universe, inviting them to witness the grandeur of his creative vision.

The book offers a diverse selection of Dunsany's work, showcasing his ability to create stories with a wide range of tones and themes. From dark and haunting tales delving into the depths of human nature, to lighthearted and whimsical narratives exploring the wonders of fantasy, there is something here to captivate every reader.

One of the standout qualities of Lord Dunsany's writing is his masterful use of language. His prose dances and flows, painting vivid images in the reader's mind. Each word is carefully chosen to conjure a specific ambiance, whether it be a sense of awe and wonder, or an eerie foreboding.

Additionally, Dunsany's stories often contain profound philosophical undertones, inviting readers to ponder the deeper meanings behind their fantastical settings. He skillfully interweaves profound observations on the human condition, morality, and the very nature of existence, elevating his tales beyond mere entertainment and into realms of profound contemplation.

In this anthology, readers will find themselves delving into narratives such as "The Sword of Welleran," a tale of heroism and sacrifice that explores themes of duty and honor. Meanwhile, "The Fortress Unvanquishable, Save for Sacnoth" takes us on a thrilling adventure as a hero strives to retrieve a magical sword from a fortress guarded by supernatural creatures. These stories, along with many others, showcase the timeless appeal of Dunsany’s writing.

Selections from the Writings of Lord Dunsany offers an enchanting journey into realms of imagination, leaving readers longing for more of the author's hypnotic storytelling. This compilation is a testament to the enduring power of Dunsany's works, ensuring that his legacy as one of fantasy literature's most influential pioneers remains firmly intact. For both longtime fans and newcomers to Lord Dunsany's tales, this book is an absolute treasure, ready to transport readers into realms brimming with wonder, mystery, and marvels untold.

First Page:

SELECTIONS FROM THE WRITINGS OF LORD DUNSANY

MCMXII

[Illustration]

CONTENTS

The Gods of the Mountain The First Act of King Argimenes and the Unknown Warrior The Fall of Babbulkund The Sphinx at Gizeh Idle Days on the Yann A Miracle The Castle of Time

INTRODUCTION

Lady Wilde once told me that when she was a young girl she was stopped in some Dublin street by a great crowd and turned into a shop to escape from it. She stayed there some time and the crowd still passed. She asked the shopman what it was, and he said, 'the funeral of Thomas Davis, a poet.' She had never heard of Davis; but because she thought a country that so honoured a poet must be worth something, she became interested in Ireland and was soon a famous patriotic poet herself, being, as she once said to me half in mockery, an eagle in her youth.

That age will be an age of romance for an hundred years to come. Its poetry slid into men's ears so smoothly that a man still living, though a very old man now, heard men singing at the railway stations he passed upon a journey into the country the verses he had published but that morning in a Dublin newspaper; and yet we should not regret too often that it has vanished, and left us poets even more unpopular than are our kind elsewhere in Europe; for now that we are unpopular we escape from crowds, from noises in the street, from voices that sing out of tune, from bad paper made one knows not from what refuse, from evil smelling gum, from covers of emerald green, from that ideal of reliable, invariable men and women, which would forbid saint and connoisseur who always, the one in his simple, the other in his elaborate way, do what is unaccountable, and forbid life itself which, being, as the definition says, the only thing that moves itself, is always without precedent... Continue reading book >>

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