’The Classic Collection of William Morris. Novels, Stories, Poetry’ is an expansive literary treasury that gathers the remarkable works of the influential British author, artist, and designer, William Morris. This comprehensive anthology features a selection of Morris's celebrated novels, stories, and poetry, each thoughtfully illustrated to enhance the reader's experience.
William Morris, a prominent figure of the Arts and Crafts Movement, was a visionary storyteller and poet. In this collection, readers can delve into a world of enchanting narratives and evocative verse, including renowned works like ’News from Nowhere, ’ ’The House of the Wolfings, ’ ’The Well at the World's End, ’ and ’The Wood Beyond the World, ’ among many others.
’News from Nowhere’ offers a utopian vision of a future society, while ’The House of the Wolfings’ immerses readers in a world of heroic sagas, ancient forests, and tribal conflicts. ’The Well at the World's End’ is an epic journey through mystical realms, and ’The Wood Beyond the World’ takes readers on a quest into realms of fantasy.
This illustrated collection adds an extra layer of visual delight to Morris's lyrical prose and poetry, bringing to life the imaginative landscapes and characters that inhabit his works.
’The Classic Collection of William Morris’ is a literary treasure trove for those who appreciate the fusion of literature and art. Morris's writings, with their vivid storytelling and poetic depth, continue to resonate with readers and influence the fantasy and utopian genres.
Immerse yourself in the works of a visionary writer and artist, and explore the boundless realms of imagination and creativity that William Morris has to offer.
Contents:
The Novels
A DREAM OF JOHN BALL
THE HOUSE OF THE WOLFINGS
THE ROOTS OF THE MOUNTAINS
NEWS FROM NOWHERE
THE STORY OF THE GLITTERING PLAIN
THE WOOD BEYOND THE WORLD
CHILD CHRISTOPHER AND GOLDILIND THE FAIR
THE WELL AT THE WORLD’S END
THE WATER OF THE WONDROUS ISLES
THE SUNDERING FLOOD
THE NOVEL ON BLUE PAPER
The Shorter Fiction
INTRODUCTION TO THE FANTASY SHORT STORIES OF MORRIS
THE HOLLOW LAND
A KING’S LESSON
GOLDEN WINGS AND OTHER STORIES
THE FOLK OF THE MOUNTAIN DOOR
The Poetry Collections
THE DEFENCE OF GUENEVERE, AND OTHER POEMS
THE LIFE AND DEATH OF JASON
THE EARTHLY PARADISE
LOVE IS ENOUGH
THE STORY OF SIGURD THE VOLSUNG AND THE FALL OF THE NIBLUNGS
THE PILGRIMS OF HOPE
CHANTS FOR SOCIALISTS
POEMS BY THE WAY
UNPUBLISHED POEMS AND FRAGMENTS
The Translations
GRETTIS SAGA
THE SAGA OF GUNNLAUG THE WORM-TONGUE AND RAFN THE SKALD
VÖLSUNG SAGA
THREE NORTHERN LOVE STORIES, AND OTHER TALES
THE ODYSSEY OF HOMER DONE INTO ENGLISH VERSE
THE AENEIDS OF VIRGIL DONE INTO ENGLISH
THE TALE OF BEOWULF DONE OUT OF THE OLD ENGLISH TONGUE
THE ORDINATION OF KNIGHTHOOD
OLD FRENCH ROMANCES DONE INTO ENGLISH
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