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Gormenghast, crafted by the illustrious Mervyn Peake, is celebrated as a monumental achievement in fantasy literature. Recognized by Anthony Burgess as "one of the most important works of the imagination to come out of [this] age," this second installment of the Gormenghast Trilogy invites you into a world of rich narrative and vivid imagination.
Step into the decaying labyrinth of Gormenghast Castle, the ancestral seat of Titus Groan, the seventy-seventh Earl. This Gothic masterpiece expands upon the foundations laid in Titus Groan, immersing readers in a realm of intrigue, treachery, and ancient rituals that breathe life into its storied walls.
The vast, crumbling castle is more than a backdrop; it is a character unto itself. With its maze of roofs, turrets, cloisters, and corridors, Gormenghast is governed by a Byzantine bureaucracy and age-old traditions, teetering on the brink of chaos. Peake's exceptional narrative skill blends fertile incidents, complex characters, and a richly atmospheric setting, culminating in a compelling experience that captures the essence of the human condition.
As a pivotal continuation of a celebrated series, Gormenghast stands as a testament to Peake’s imaginative prowess, making it a must-read for fantasy enthusiasts and literary connoisseurs alike.
ISBN: | 9780749394820 |
Author: | Mervyn Peake |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage Classics |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 195 x 128 x 32 mm |
Publication Date: | 02 May, 1998 |
Pagination: | 512 pages |
Weight: | 354g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’