Lord Dunsany
"Lord Dunsany" was the pen name of Irish writer Edward Plunkett. A prolific dramatist and short story writer, many credit Dunsany with sparking interest in the then-nascent fantasy genre. This collection brings together several of the most popular works Dunsany produced for the stage.
Irish aristocrat Lord Dunsany was a wealthy man of leisure, but when it came to the craft of writing, he was productive and prolific, creating nearly 100 works in his lifetime, many of which are cited as important early influences in the genre of fantasy. This volume brings together a number of Dunsany's most popular works written for the stage.
Heir to one of the most important lines of the Irish aristocracy, Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett (better known as Lord Dunsany) was a prolific writer who made his mark in a number of different literary genres. In this collection of anecdotes and sketches, Dunsany reflects on his time in battle and offers insight into the lasting impact of war.
4) Tales of War
Though this series of stories and vignettes deals mostly with real-world political events and battlefield exploits, author Lord Dunsany brings his trademark lyricism and love of archetypal mythos to even the most quotidian tales. For fantasy readers craving a foray into fact, Tales of War will definitely do the trick.
If you can't get enough of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings cycle, you'll love Lord Dunsany's The Sword of Welleran and Other Stories. Set in an alternate universe called Pegana, this interwoven collection of tales recounts the brave deeds, epic battles, and long-held feuds among the gods and goddesses of the realm. Fantasy lovers will delight in the details of Dunsany's intricately imagined worlds.
Travel through a portal in the universe to the alternate realm of Pegana, where a bevy of boisterous and brawling gods and goddesses rule. One of the best-known creations of the Irish fantasy writer known as Lord Dunsany, The Gods of Pegana is a must-read for Tolkien fans or anyone who loves to escape through fiction into a richly detailed alternate universe.
Escapists of the world, rejoice! This collection of golden-age fantasy from renowned Irish author Lord Dunsany is just the ticket if you're looking for a fictional portal to transport you out of the stresses and strains of everyday life. From weird tales in a Lovecraftian vein to sword-and-steed fantasy, A Dreamer's Tales has something to suit every reader's taste.
Take a trip around the world and into other dimensions with this collection of whimsical, engrossing short stories from the Irish fantasy pioneer, Lord Dunsany. Tales of Three Hemispheres brings together a treasure trove of Dunsany's trademark fables and fantasies in a collection that will please fans of Tolkien, Lovecraft, and Le Guin.
Fall into a beguiling fantasy world in Time and the Gods, a collection of magical short stories from writer Lord Dunsany, whom many critics regard as a central figure in the early development of the fantasy genre. This interlinked series of tales will please fantasy fans who prefer a more literary, lyrical style.
Looking for a cornucopia of classic fantasy tales? Dip into The Food of Death: Fifty-One Tales from genre pioneer Lord Dunsany. The short stories collected in this career-spanning compendium range from fables with a mythic bent to action-adventure tales set in alternate universes—all from the pen of a brilliant early figure in the field who is credited as a major influence on Tolkien and Lovecraft. Fantasy fans won't be disappointed.
...Immerse yourself in a world of fantastical fairy tales and fables in this delightful short story collection from famed Irish author Lord Dunsany, regarded as an important influence on later writers such as Tolkien and Lovecraft. One of the later entrants in Dunsany's abidingly popular short fiction series, The Last Book of Wonder will enthrall readers of all ages.
12) If
An early master of the genre of fantasy, the Irish aristocrat and writer Edward Plunkett (who wrote under the pseudonym "Lord Dunsany") achieved major literary acclaim during his lifetime. If is a full-length play that follows John Beal, an unremarkable Everyman figure, whose run-in with a mysterious Persian gives Beal the ability to travel in time.
Fans of classic fantasy will revel in this coming-of-age story from Irish author Lord Dunsany. Set in long-ago Spain, the novel follows the development of Don Rodriguez, a charming young aristocrat who is forced by his family to make his own way in the world. Relying on nothing but his sword, his wit, and his trusty sidekick Morano, Rodriguez sets off on a series of life-or-death adventures.
Looking for a stiff dose of classic fantasy? Look no further than Lord Dunsany's remarkably well-written collection, A Book of Wonder. This medley of fables, fantasy, and action-adventure will pique the interest of a wide array of readers. If you're in the mood for tales of quests, dragons, and brave warriors, this collection will definitely do the trick.
The writer Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett, the 18th Baron of Dunsany, was a fascinating literary figure who made his mark in a staggering array of genres and styles, ranging from poetry to plays and beyond. Along the way, he emerged as one of the most influential figures in the early development of the genres of science fiction and fantasy. This wide-ranging collection provides an interesting introduction to Dunsany's body of work.