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The House of the Wolfings: : A Tale of the House of the Wolfings and All the Kindreds of the Mark

The House of the Wolfings: : A Tale of the House of the Wolfings and All the Kindreds of the Mark

Morris, William

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General Poetry

ISBN13: 9791041987139
Publisher: Culturea
Published: Feb 28 2024
Pages: 208
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.44 Width: 7.44 Depth: 9.69
Language: English
The House of the Wolfings: A Tale of the House of the Wolfings and All the Kindreds of the Mark is a fantasy novel written by William Morris. Morris, a 19th-century English textile designer, poet, and novelist, was a key figure in the Arts and Crafts Movement. The House of the Wolfings is one of his prose romances and was first published in 1889. Key features of the novel include: Fantasy Setting: The story is set in a mythical, fantastical version of Germanic Europe, a land inhabited by various tribes and clans. Heroic Tale: The novel follows the House of the Wolfings, a heroic tribe, as they defend their land and people against external threats. Prose and Verse: Morris blends prose and verse in the narrative, adding a poetic and mythic quality to the storytelling. Medieval Influence: As a key figure in the Arts and Crafts Movement, Morris was influenced by medieval literature and art. This influence is evident in the novel's setting, themes, and language. Themes of Heroism and Sacrifice: The novel explores themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom, drawing on Morris's own political and social ideals. Influence on Fantasy Literature: Morris's works, including The House of the Wolfings, had a notable impact on the fantasy genre. His emphasis on world-building and mythology influenced later writers such as J.R.R. Tolkien. The House of the Wolfings is recognized for its contribution to the fantasy genre and its influence on subsequent writers who sought to create rich, immersive worlds filled with heroic tales and mythic elements

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