The Night Land by William Hope Hodgson
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| Author | Hodgson, William Hope, 1877-1918 |
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| Title | The Night Land |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Night_Land |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Suzanne Shell, Maria Khomenko and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "The Night Land" by William Hope Hodgson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a distant future where humanity resides in the Last Redoubt, a massive pyramid sheltering the last remnants of civilization from the monstrous horrors of the surrounding Night Land. The narrative centers around a protagonist who experiences deep love and longing for Mirdath the Beautiful, a woman whose presence embodies both beauty and mystery, as he navigates through the perils and metaphysical explorations of this daunting world. The opening of "The Night Land" introduces the reader to a richly poetic and somber atmosphere as the protagonist reflects upon his feelings for Mirdath amidst the backdrop of their grim reality. He recalls their first encounter surrounded by the enchanting dusk, the sweetness of their relationship blossoming amid threats posed by dark forces. The chapter intricately describes their budding love and the tension of looming dangers, encapsulated by vivid imagery. A deep sense of melancholy permeates his thoughts, particularly as he grapples with jealousy and fear of losing her to external threats and internal struggles. As the narrative progresses, this exploration of love, fear, and survival in a hauntingly beautiful yet terrifying landscape sets the stage for the otherworldly adventures to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10662 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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