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Dunsany, Lord
1878
1957
Plunkett, Edward John Moreton Drax, Baron Dunsany
Dunsany, Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett, Baron
A Dreamer's Tales
Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Poltarnees, Beholder of Ocean -- Blagdaross -- The madness of Andelsprutz -- Where the tides ebb and flow -- Bethmoora -- Idle days on the Yann -- The sword and the idol -- The idle city -- The hashish man -- Poor old Bill -- The beggars -- Carcassonne -- In Zaccarath -- The field -- The day of the poll -- The unhappy body.
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"A Dreamer's Tales" by Lord Dunsany is a collection of fantasy stories written in the early 20th century. The work explores various realms of imagination and dreams, often filled with enchanting landscapes, mythic creatures, and profound philosophical reflections. The narratives within weave together themes of beauty, longing, and the mysterious allure of the unknown, depicted through the experiences of characters such as young men from the peaceful Inner Lands, who feel an irresistible pull towards the enigmatic Sea. The opening of "A Dreamer's Tales" introduces readers to the Inner Lands, peaceful kingdoms bordered by the foreboding mountain Poltarnees, from which young men embark on a journey to discover the mysterious Sea, driven by a deep yearning. The narrative paints a vivid picture of idyllic life in these kingdoms, alongside the inevitable call of adventure and fate that draws them to risk their lives in pursuit of beauty and experience. It sets the stage for a tale about Athelvok, a hunter who vows to return after his ascent of Poltarnees, intertwined with themes of love, beauty, and the ultimately unattainable nature of desire, explored through the relationships and choices that unfold throughout the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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