In "Pagan Passions," Randall Garrett weaves a riveting tapestry of fantasy deeply rooted in the fabric of myth and legend. Set in a world where ancient deities interact with mortals, the narrative explores the complex relationships between individuals and their cultural heritage. With a unique blend of satirical wit and vivid imagery, Garrett delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the quest for identity amidst the backdrop of a richly imagined civilization. His prose captures the essence of human emotion while innovatively reflecting the conventions of mid-20th century fantasy literature,…mehr
In "Pagan Passions," Randall Garrett weaves a riveting tapestry of fantasy deeply rooted in the fabric of myth and legend. Set in a world where ancient deities interact with mortals, the narrative explores the complex relationships between individuals and their cultural heritage. With a unique blend of satirical wit and vivid imagery, Garrett delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the quest for identity amidst the backdrop of a richly imagined civilization. His prose captures the essence of human emotion while innovatively reflecting the conventions of mid-20th century fantasy literature, making the text a vital contribution to the genre. Randall Garrett, a prolific author and a key figure in the early days of science fiction and fantasy, drew upon his extensive knowledge of mythology and religious narratives to craft this imaginative work. His background as a writer for various magazines and a deep-interest in folklore richly informed his storytelling approach. Garrett's ability to merge thought-provoking concepts with engaging narratives showcases his commitment to expanding the boundaries of speculative fiction and exploring human experiences through a fantastical lens. "Pagan Passions" is a must-read for enthusiasts of fantasy literature and those interested in the interplay between mythology and modernity. Garrett's insightful examination of passion and divinity invites readers to reflect on their own beliefs while immersing themselves in a vividly constructed world. This unabridged edition promises to captivate not only fans of the genre but anyone seeking a profound yet entertaining literary experience.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Randall Garrett (1927 - 1987) was an American science fiction and fantasy author. He was a prolific contributor to Astounding and other science fiction magazines of the 1950s and 1960s. He instructed Robert Silverberg in the techniques of selling large quantities of action-adventure science fiction and collaborated with him on two novels about Earth bringing civilization to an alien planet. Garrett is best known for the Lord Darcy books, the novel Too Many Magicians and two short story collections, set in an alternate world where a joint Anglo-French empire still led by a Plantagenet dynasty has survived into the twentieth century and where magic works and has been scientifically codified. The Darcy books are rich in jokes, puns and references (particularly to works of detective and spy fiction: Lord Darcy is himself partially modelled on Sherlock Holmes), elements that often appear in the shorter works about the detective. Garrett wrote under a variety of pseudonyms including: David Gordon, John Gordon, Darrel T. Langart (an anagram of his name), Alexander Blade, Richard Greer, Ivar Jorgensen, Clyde Mitchell, Leonard G. Spencer, S. M. Tenneshaw, Gerald Vance. He was also a founding member of the Society for Creative Anachronism, as "Randall of Hightower" (a pun on "garret"). The short novel Brain Twister, written by Garrett in conjunction with author Laurence Janifer (using the joint pseudonym Mark Phillips) was nominated for the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 1960.
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