The Worm Ouroboros (Fantasy Classic)
Enriched edition.By E. R. Eddison
Length18h 52m
About this audiobook
E. R. Eddison's 'The Worm Ouroboros' is a timeless fantasy classic that transports readers to a richly detailed world filled with epic battles, intricate political intrigues, and larger-than-life characters. The book is written in a lofty, archaic style reminiscent of mythology and epic poetry, adding to its grandeur and sense of timelessness. Set in the land of Mercury, the novel follows the enduring conflict between the kingdoms of Witchland and Demonland, with themes of honor, power, and destiny interwoven throughout the narrative. Fans of high fantasy will be captivated by Eddison's vivid imagination and intricate world-building, making 'The Worm Ouroboros' a must-read for lovers of the genre. Eddison's unique writing style and literary influences, including Norse mythology and Elizabethan drama, lend a depth and richness to the story that sets it apart from other fantasy works of its time. This book is highly recommended for readers looking for a classic fantasy tale that transcends the boundaries of time and genre.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (6.7K)
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GenreFantasy
Length18 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Worm Ouroboros
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5The Worm Ouroboros (Fantasy Classic)
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6The Induction
7The Castle of Lord Juss
8II The Wrastling for Demonland
9III The Red Foliot
10IV Conjuring in the Iron Tower
11V King Gorice’s Sending
12VI The Claws of Witchland
13VII Guests of the King in Carcë
14VIII The First Expedition to Impland
15IX Salapanta Hills
16X The Marchlands of the Moruna
17XI The Burg of Eshgrar Ogo
18XII Koshtra Pivrarcha
19XIII Koshtra Belorn
20XIV The Lake of Ravary
21XV Queen Prezmyra
22XVI The Lady Sriva’s Embassage
23XVII The King Flies His Haggard
24XVIII The Murther of Gallandus By Corsus
25XIX Thremnir’s Heugh
26XX King Corinius
27XXI The Parley Before Krothering
28XXII Aurwath and Switchwater
29XXIII The Weird Begun of Ishnain Nemartra
30XXIV A King in Krothering
31XXV Lord Gro and the Lady Mevrian
32XXVI The Battle of Krothering Side
33XXVII The Second Expedition to Impland
34XXVIII Zora Rach Nam Psarrion
35XXIX The Fleet at Muelva
36XXX Tidings of Melikaphkhaz
37XXXI The Demons Before Carcë
38XXXII The Latter End of All the Lords of Witchland
39XXXIII Queen Sophonisba in Galing
40Argument: with Dates
41Analysis
42Reflection
43Memorable Quotes
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