Description
In a far-future Earth where the sun is a dying ember and civilization has long since crumbled, magic and science have become indistinguishable. This is a world of ancient ruins, bizarre creatures, and decadent remnants of humanity, where survival depends on wit and a healthy dose of amoral cunning. Follow the exploits of unforgettable characters like Cugel the Clever as they navigate a landscape of fading wonders and perilous enchantments, seeking fortune, power, or simply another day under the dimming sky. Jack Vance's masterful prose paints a vivid tapestry of a world on the brink of oblivion, exploring themes of ambition, consequence, and the enduring human spirit in the face of ultimate entropy.
Available Editions
paperback
Granada
Published Jan 1, 1972
140 pages
ISBN: 9780583120913
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Details
First Published
1950
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Dying Earth by Jack Vance.