{"product_id":"the-sword-of-welleran-and-other-stories-9781513299464","title":"The Sword of Welleran and Other Stories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eLord Dunsany's The Sword of Welleran and Other Stories (1908) is a short story collection that influenced writers such as J.R.R. Tolkein, Ursula K. Le Guin, and H.P. Lovecraft. It is recognized as a pioneering author of fantasy and science fiction, and its beautiful design and professionally typeset manuscript make it a classic of Irish fantasy fiction reimagined for modern readers. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 84 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 February 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Graphic Arts Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sword of Welleran and Other Stories (1908) is a remarkable short story collection by Lord Dunsany, published at the dawn of his literary career. This collection, which includes the pantheon of gods first introduced in The Gods of Pegāna (1905), exerted a profound influence on renowned writers such as J. R. R. Tolkein, Ursula K. Le Guin, and H. P. Lovecraft. Dunsany, widely recognized as a pioneering author in the realms of fantasy and science fiction, is hailed for his exceptional talent in crafting mesmerizing prose and creating a breathtakingly exotic world of visionary splendor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the people of Merimna slumber peacefully, their city guarded by vigilant guards who sing songs and recount the tales of the legendary warriors Welleran and Rollory, the tribesmen of the plains below gaze upward, filled with awe and curiosity. They wonder if the day will ever arrive when Merimna's glory fades, overshadowed by the unknown. Within the city's ramparts, a young boy named Rold stares up at the statues of his heroes, yearning to one day assume their mantle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDunsany's tales of high fantasy, penned over a century ago, continue to captivate and enchant readers to this day. This edition of Lord Dunsany's The Sword of Welleran and Other Stories, meticulously designed with a captivating cover and professionally typeset manuscript, presents a timeless classic of Irish fantasy fiction, reimagined for contemporary enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 108g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 127 x 203 x 8 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781513299464\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lord Dunsany","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44158233706746,"sku":"9781513299464","price":4.63,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1680864075513_book.jpg?v=1680894799","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-sword-of-welleran-and-other-stories-9781513299464","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}