Explore the latest books of this year!
Bookbot

Michael Moorcock

    December 18, 1939

    Michael Moorcock is a celebrated English author whose extensive body of work spans science fiction, fantasy, and literary novels. His writing often delves into complex moral quandaries and explores archetypal characters who question the boundaries of human existence and the nature of reality. Moorcock's distinctive style, characterized by metaphysical musings and a keen ironic perspective, has profoundly influenced the development of modern science fiction and the broader literary landscape.

    Michael Moorcock
    Urban Ecology
    The War Amongst the Angels
    Von Bek
    The Winds of Limbo
    The Vengeance Of Rome
    The Woods of Arcady
    • The Woods of Arcady

      • 512 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      A wild desert crossing, a secret island paradise, a hidden underground civilization, plus London and Paris. The multiverse expands as pulp adventure mixes with unreal memoir in the second volume in The Sanctuary of the White Friars series

      The Woods of Arcady
      5.0
    • The Vengeance Of Rome

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      The fourth and final volume of the legendary Pyat Quartet. Hero-worshipping Mussolini, he enters the dictator's circle, enjoys a close friendship with Mussolini's wife and is sent by the Duce on a secret mission to Munich, becoming intimate with Ernst Roehm, the homosexual stormtrooper leader.

      The Vengeance Of Rome
      4.4
    • Set in a future devoid of war and nuclear threats, where technology propels humanity forward and many cities exist underground, the story follows Alain von Bek, a man of noble heritage leading a mundane life in Switzerland's subterranean city. The sudden emergence of the enigmatic Fireclown disrupts his existence, threatening to alter not just Alain's fate but the entire trajectory of Earth's future. This tale explores themes of identity, change, and the impact of unexpected forces on a seemingly utopian world.

      The Winds of Limbo
      5.0
    • Von Bek

      • 608 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      This is the story of Ulrich von Bek, a cynical mercenary who sells his skills as a soldier in the wars taking place all over Europe. After the particularly horrific destruction of a city in which he played a role, von Bek decides to desert the military company he was working for and travel alone for awhile before seeking further employment. On his solo journey, he happens upon a castle where he takes refuge with - and then falls in love with - the keeper of the castle, the beautiful Sabrina. It is in this castle that he meets Lucifer, the master of Hell, and finds out that his soul is already destined for Hell. And so, in exchange for his soul, von Bek agrees to go on a quest for Lucifer, namely to find the Cure for the World's Pain.

      Von Bek
      5.0
    • The War Amongst the Angels

      • 832 pages
      • 30 hours of reading

      The Michael Moorcock Collection presents, for the first time, definitive editions of Moorcock's most influential work, fully revised and updated by the author.

      The War Amongst the Angels
      4.4
    • Urban Ecology

      An Introduction

      • 530 pages
      • 19 hours of reading

      The second edition highlights significant advancements in urban ecology research and education since 2015. It emphasizes the importance of understanding urban ecosystems and showcases nature-based strategies aimed at improving habitats and addressing environmental challenges in urban settings.

      Urban Ecology
      4.0
    • The Sailor on the Seas of Fate

      • 170 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Leaving his cousin Yrkoon sitting as regent upon the Ruby Throne of Melnibone, leaving his cousin Cymoril weeping for him and despairing of his ever returning, Elric sailed from Imrryr, the Dreaming City, and went to seek an unknown goal in the world of the Young Kingdoms where Melniboneans were at best, disliked.

      The Sailor on the Seas of Fate
      4.3
    • Jerusalem Commands

      • 592 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      The third novel of the Pyat quartet finds Maxim Arturovitch Pyatnitski scheming his way from New York to Hollywood, Cairo to Marrakesh, from cult success to the utter limits of sexual degradation, leaving a trail of mechanical and human wreckage as he crashes towards an appointment with the worst nightmare of this century.

      Jerusalem Commands
      4.2
    • In one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the 20th century, Elric is the brooding, albino emperor of the dying Kingdom of Melnibone. After defeating his nefarious cousin and gaining control over the epic sword, Stormbringer, Elric, prince of ruins, must decide what he’s willing to sacrifice in a fight against Armageddon.

      Stormbringer: The Elric Saga Part 2
      4.2
    • Michael Moorcock’s Elric Volume 5

      The Necromancer

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Step into the mesmerizing world of Elric, transformed into a graphic marvel by the writer of the acclaimed videogame Life Is Strange. Readers see their fan-favorite hero in a brand-new light, as Valentin Sécher’s brush unveils a protagonist shaped by tragedy. This fifth installment collects issues 1 and 2 of the hit comic, immersing readers in the albino Emperor’s realm of swords and sorcery. Two years after the tragic climax of the previous volume, Elric is now a mercenary, following the death of his beloved Cymoril. Fans can accompany him on a new path, guided by Queen Yishana’s urgent call for help. Elric faces his strongest, most cunning opposition yet while confronting entities from his past that he vowed never to serve again. Illustrated by Valentin Sécher, known for Khaal and The Metabaron Books, this graphic novel showcases a unique style that resonates with Elric's tortured journey. The work marries epic fantasy and transformative adaptation, featuring the creative synergy of Life Is Strange's Jean-Luc Cano. Whether you've followed Elric from the beginning or this is your first encounter, Volume 5 offers a compelling entry point. Fans of Game of Thrones or The Lord of The Rings will be captivated by Elric’s world of fantasy excellence.

      Michael Moorcock’s Elric Volume 5
      4.2