← Back to catalog

The wood beyond the world

William Morris · 1894 · Novel

Synopsis

William Morris is famous in no small part for his contributions to defining the genre of modern fantasy literature, and The Wood Beyond the World is a classic example of that influence. Written in a purposefully-antiquated prose style reminiscent of Sir Thomas Malory or other aged fairy tales, The Wood Beyond the World can be difficult for some readers; but those who follow through will enjoy a charming and influential series of picaresque adventures. The book follows Golden Walter, a man leaving home who finds himself swept away to an enchanted land. He encounters a fair maiden who is trapped by an enchantress and her consort.

Ideas Explored

Metadata

Source: OpenLibrary

Tags: Classic LiteratureFantasyFictionEnglish fictionBritish and irish fiction (fictional works by one author)Fiction, fantasy, generalEnglish Fantasy fictionImaginary placesQuests (Expeditions)Fantasy fictionneeds-review

isfdb_id: 872

openlibrary_id: OL47752W

Find This Book