Time and the Gods

by Lord Dunsany

Overview

Step into a realm of myth and wonder with Lord Dunsany's "Time and the Gods," a collection of captivating short stories exploring the creation and dominion of deities. A cornerstone of fantasy fiction, Dunsany's allegorical tales transport readers to a world where gods shape the very fabric of existence.

These exquisitely crafted narratives, brimming with imaginative power, delve into the timeless themes of creation, power, and the relationship between gods and mortals. Dunsany's unique voice and visionary storytelling have cemented his place as a master of the fantasy genre.

"Time and the Gods" is a journey into the heart of myth, a chance to witness the birth of legends and the dawn of creation. Experience the artistry of a literary master in this carefully reproduced edition of a fantasy classic.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781022932388
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/28/2025
Pages:	114
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

Lord Dunsany (1878-1957) was a British writer. Born in London, Dunsany—whose name was Edward Plunkett—was raised in a prominent Anglo-Irish family alongside a younger brother. When his father died in 1899, he received the title of Lord Dunsany and moved to Dunsany Castle in 1901. He met Lady Beatrice Child Villiers two years later, and they married in 1904. They were central figures in the social spheres of Dublin and London, donating generously to the Abbey Theatre while forging friendships with W. B. Yeats, Lady Gregory, and George William Russell. In 1905, he published The Gods of Pegāna, a collection of fantasy stories, launching his career as a leading figure in the Irish Literary Revival. Subsequent collections, such as A Dreamer’s Tales (1910) and The Book of Wonder (1912), would influence generations of writers, including J. R. R. Tolkein, Ursula K. Le Guin, and H. P. Lovecraft. In addition to his pioneering work in the fantasy and science fiction genres, Dunsany was a successful dramatist and poet. His works have been staged and adapted for theatre, radio, television, and cinema, and he was unsuccessfully nominated for the 1950 Nobel Prize in Literature.