The Emperor of the Ancient Word and Other Fantastic Stories

Featuring seventeen captivating fantasies, this collection showcases a range of imaginative tales, including encounters with mad gods, spectral returns, and cosmic enigmas. It offers a surreal romance involving the infamous Tom O'Bedlam, a time-traveling professor confronting the Shakespeare authorship debate, and reimagined King Arthur legends. The anthology also delves into genuine horror, highlighted by the acclaimed "The Dead Kid." Celebrated for his stylistic prowess, the author, a World Fantasy Award winner, enchants readers with his spellbinding storytelling.