Hope Mirrlees’ Lud-In-The-Mist is a masterful exploration of the boundaries between the mundane and the magical. Set in the fictional town of Lud, on the edge of a mysterious realm inhabited by fairies, the novel deftly weaves elements of fantasy and political intrigue to create a richly textured narrative. Mirrlees’ sophisticated prose invites readers into a world where the rationality of the ordinary clashes with the enigmatic allure of the fantastical, challenging perceptions of reality and tradition. This timeless work, celebrated for its lyrical style and subtle complexity, remains a seminal piece within the canon of early 20th-century speculative fiction, making it a treasured possession for collectors and literary enthusiasts alike.
Hope Mirrlees’ Lud-In-The-Mist is a masterful exploration of the boundaries between the mundane and the magical. Set in the fictional town of Lud, on the edge of a mysterious realm inhabited by fairies, the novel deftly weaves elements of fantasy and political intrigue to create a richly textured narrative. Mirrlees’ sophisticated prose invites readers into a world where the rationality of the ordinary clashes with the enigmatic allure of the fantastical, challenging perceptions of reality and tradition. This timeless work, celebrated for its lyrical style and subtle complexity, remains a seminal piece within the canon of early 20th-century speculative fiction, making it a treasured possession for collectors and literary enthusiasts alike.
Gollancz 2018 copy is nearest to new/fine condition
