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The book explores the life and works of Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett, known as Lord Dunsany, a pivotal figure in the fantasy genre. Renowned for his early short stories and plays, he gained immense popularity in the 1910s. His notable contributions include the 1924 novel "The King of Elfland's Daughter" and "The Gods of Pegāna," where he created a unique pantheon that influenced future fantasy literature. Additionally, he invented an asymmetric version of chess, showcasing his creative versatility beyond writing.
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The Book of Wonder, Lord Dunsany
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- 2021
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- Title
- The Book of Wonder
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lord Dunsany
- Publisher
- Blurb
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 64
- ISBN13
- 9781034157014
- Series
- Rating
- 3.65 out of 5
- Description
- The book explores the life and works of Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett, known as Lord Dunsany, a pivotal figure in the fantasy genre. Renowned for his early short stories and plays, he gained immense popularity in the 1910s. His notable contributions include the 1924 novel "The King of Elfland's Daughter" and "The Gods of Pegāna," where he created a unique pantheon that influenced future fantasy literature. Additionally, he invented an asymmetric version of chess, showcasing his creative versatility beyond writing.