Michael Moorcock

“Moorcock’s writing is intricate, fabulous, and mellifluous. Reading his words I was, and am, reminded of music. His nov… “Moorcock’s writing is intricate, fabulous, and mellifluous. Reading his words I was, and am, reminded of music. His novels are symphonic experiences. They dance and cry and bleed and make promises that can live only in the moment of their utterance.” –from the Foreword by Walter Mosley, New York Times bestselling author of Blonde Faith and Devil in a Blue Dress Elric of Melniboné. The name is like a magic spell, conjuring up the image of an albino champion and his cursed, vampiric sword, Stormbringer. Elric, the last emperor of a cruel and decadent race, rogue and adventurer, hero and murderer, lover and traitor, is mystery and paradox personified–a timeless testament to the creative achievement of Michael Moorcock, the most significant fantasy writer since Tolkien. Now comes the second in this definitive series of Elric volumes. Gorgeously illustrated by acclaimed artist Michael Wm. Kaluta and including a new Introduction by Michael Moorcock, this collection features, along with Elric, such renowned characters as Erekosë, Rackhir the Red Archer, and Count Renark von Bek. Readers will delight in adventures that include “To Rescue Tanelorn . . .,” “Master of Chaos,” “The Singing Citadel,” “The Black Blade’s Song,” and the novella version of “The Eternal Champion.” Elric: To Rescue Tanelorn is essential reading for every fantasy fan and provides indelible proof–if any was needed–of the genius of Michael Moorcock. “The most significant UK author of sword and sorcery, a form he has both borrowed from and transformed.” –The Encyclopedia of Fantasy read more

Foreword by Tad Williams Feared by enemies and friends alike, Elric of Melniboné walks a lonely path among the worlds of… Foreword by Tad Williams Feared by enemies and friends alike, Elric of Melniboné walks a lonely path among the worlds of the Multiverse. The destroyer of his cruel and ancient race, as well as its final ruler, Elric is the bearer of a destiny as dark and cursed as the vampiric sword he carries—the sentient black blade known as Stormbringer. Del Rey is proud to present the sixth and concluding installment of its definitive omnibus editions featuring fantasy Grand Master Michael Moorcock’s most famous—or infamous—creation. Here is the full text of the novel The Revenge of the Rose, a screenplay for the novel Stormbringer, the novella Black Petals, the conclusion to Moorcock’s influential “Aspects of Fantasy” essay series and other nonfiction, and an indispensable reader’s guide by John Davey. Sumptuously illustrated by John Picacio, with a Foreword by Tad Williams, Elric: Swords and Roses is a fitting tribute to the most unique fantasy hero of all time. read more

“The stories here are the raw heart of Michael Moorcock. They are the spells that first drew me and all the numerous adm… “The stories here are the raw heart of Michael Moorcock. They are the spells that first drew me and all the numerous admirers of his work with whom I am acquainted into Moorcock’s luminous and captivating web.” –from the Foreword by Alan Moore, creator of V for Vendetta When Michael Moorcock began chronicling the adventures of the albino sorcerer Elric, last king of decadent Melniboné, and his sentient vampiric sword, Stormbringer, he set out to create a new kind of fantasy adventure, one that broke with tradition and reflected a more up-to-date sophistication of theme and style. The result was a bold and unique hero–weak in body, subtle in mind, dependent on drugs for the vitality to sustain himself–with great crimes behind him and a greater destiny ahead: a rock-and-roll antihero who would channel all the violent excesses of the sixties into one enduring archetype. Now, with a major film in development, here is the first volume of a dazzling collection of stories containing the seminal appearances of Elric and lavishly illustrated by award-winning artist John Picacio–plus essays, letters, maps, and other material. Adventures include “The Dreaming City,” “While the Gods Laugh,” “Kings in Darkness,” “Dead God’s Homecoming,” “Black Sword’s Brothers,” and “Sad Giant’s Shield.” An indispensable addition to any fantasy collection, Elric: The Stealer of Souls is an unmatched introduction to a brilliant writer and his most famous–or infamous–creation. “The most significant UK author of sword and sorcery, a form he has both borrowed from and transformed.” –The Encyclopedia of Fantasy From the Trade Paperback edition. read more

Elric... Hawkmoon... Corum... Jerry Cornelius...Oswald Bastable... Renark von Bek... Over the years, Michael Moorcock ha… Elric... Hawkmoon... Corum... Jerry Cornelius...Oswald Bastable... Renark von Bek... Over the years, Michael Moorcock has captivated readers with his unending versions of the Eternal Champion, the timeless warrior who serves the Cosmic Balance in the battle that rages between Law and Chaos through the many planes and levels of the multiverse. read more

As Nazism engulfs the Fatherland, the albino Ulric von Bek battles to keep the occult blade Ravenbrand from being taken… As Nazism engulfs the Fatherland, the albino Ulric von Bek battles to keep the occult blade Ravenbrand from being taken by Adolf Hitler. As an inhuman army engulfs the eternal city of Tanelorn, the legendary albino Elric, last of the sorcerer-kings of Melniboné, fights to keep his black sword Stormbringer from the grasp of Gaynor the Damned. And across the multiverse, the final battle between Chaos and Law is reaching its conclusion, in the final volume of Gollancz's Elric collection. Contains DAUGHTER OF DREAMS, DESTINY'S BROTHER and SON OF THE WOLF. read more

Prince Corum is the last of the Vadhagh, his family and people brutally slain by the Mabden. Vowing to wreak vengeance o… Prince Corum is the last of the Vadhagh, his family and people brutally slain by the Mabden. Vowing to wreak vengeance on the killers, Corum sets out on his terrible quest only to fall in love with a beautiful Mabden woman, and to confront the fury of the Lords of Chaos. For they fear that he is the hero who could tip the balance in their cataclysmic war with the forces of Law and free his world from Chaos's vicious grip. His epic struggle against them and his ultimate victory is only bought at a considerable price. Moorcock's evocation of a rich, dark world, a time of magic, phantasms, cities in the sky, oceans of light and wild flying beasts of bronze is one of the pinnacles of modern imaginative literature. read more

In a future Europe ravaged by the tyrannical Granbretan Empire, humanity faces enslavement under a regime fueled by grot… In a future Europe ravaged by the tyrannical Granbretan Empire, humanity faces enslavement under a regime fueled by grotesque science and dark sorcery. Captured and branded with the dreaded Black Jewel, Duke Dorian Hawkmoon, a nobleman of the free nations, becomes a pawn in Granbretan's ruthless quest for ultimate power. Hawkmoon must escape his captors and embark on a desperate journey across war-torn lands to locate the mythical Runestaff, a legendary artifact rumored to hold the key to either universal domination or absolute freedom. As ancient powers awaken and bizarre armies clash, Hawkmoon finds himself a reluctant champion, battling not only for his own destiny but for the very soul of a dying world. read more

Corum Jhaelen Irsei, the last prince of an ancient, fated race, is a survivor in a multiverse dominated by cruel, chaoti… Corum Jhaelen Irsei, the last prince of an ancient, fated race, is a survivor in a multiverse dominated by cruel, chaotic gods. When his family and people are brutally slaughtered by the relentless Phalanx of the Mabden, Corum is left a mutilated prisoner, his mind filled with thoughts of vengeance. Gifted with strange new senses and a burning purpose, he embarks on a perilous quest across varied planes of existence to defy the dark lords responsible for his people's annihilation. Amidst brutal sorcery and epic battles, he must forge unlikely alliances, confront his own dark fate, and protect a forbidden love, all while risking everything to bring justice to a universe teetering on the brink. read more

"In one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the 20th century, Elric is the brooding, albino emperor o… "In one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the 20th century, Elric is the brooding, albino emperor of the dying Kingdom of Melnibone. After coming into an unnatural, devastating power that felled his enemy Yrkoon and destroyed an entire city, Elric is haunted by the many deaths he caused and sets out on a quest for redemption and renewed purpose. The White Wolf is the final volume in Michael Moorcock's incredible series, which created fantasy archetypes that have echoed through the genre for generations"--Amazon.com. read more

In a realm where ancient Celtic gods still walk and powerful magic surges through the land, Prince Corum, marked by his… In a realm where ancient Celtic gods still walk and powerful magic surges through the land, Prince Corum, marked by his enigmatic silver hand, must rise from the ashes of betrayal and personal torment. A tyrannical force seeks to eradicate all traditional faiths and mythic creatures, threatening to plunge the world into an era of soulless conformity. Wielding arcane powers and forging unlikely alliances, Corum embarks on a desperate quest to reclaim his destiny, protect the sanctity of the old gods, and prevent the utter annihilation of his world's very soul. read more

Prince Corum Jhaelin Irsei: the Eternal Champion. With his plane at war with itself, thanks to the machinations and magi… Prince Corum Jhaelin Irsei: the Eternal Champion. With his plane at war with itself, thanks to the machinations and magic of Chaos, Prince Corum, his beloved Rhalina and the eternal companion Jhary-a-Conel must travel to the last five planes to confront Mabelode, the King of the Swords. Joining forces with other aspects of the Eternal Champion - Elric and Ereköse - Corum must rescue Rhalina from the Chaos Lord's minions before attempting to defeat the King of the Swords and free his plane from its madness. But the stakes are also personal for Corum, for the captain who commands the forces of chaos is the same savage Mabden who slaughtered Corum's family... read more

'War, albeit with the Dark Empire, was clean compared to this...' Years after the defeat of the evil empire of Granbreta… 'War, albeit with the Dark Empire, was clean compared to this...' Years after the defeat of the evil empire of Granbretan, Duke Dorian Hawkmoon and his beloved Yisselda have rebuilt the Kamarg, the land once ruled by Yisselda's father, the late Count Brass. But their lives are turned upside down when the spectre of the dead count returns, possessed of the belief that he can return to life if he slays the one who led him to his death in the Battle of Londra: his former ally - and now son-in-law - Dorian Hawkmoon. read more

Elric, the pale, emaciated emperor of a dying empire, is an anti-hero bound by a terrible curse. Wielding the sentient,… Elric, the pale, emaciated emperor of a dying empire, is an anti-hero bound by a terrible curse. Wielding the sentient, soul-devouring sword Stormbringer, he gains immense power at the cost of his own life force and sanity. As the last of his kind, Elric wanders a treacherous world, a tragic figure destined to bring about either salvation or destruction. His desperate quest for meaning and peace pits him against cosmic forces, risking not just his own soul, but the fate of existence itself. read more

The tormented albino emperor, Elric of Melniboné, finds himself abruptly torn from his familiar, dying world and flung i… The tormented albino emperor, Elric of Melniboné, finds himself abruptly torn from his familiar, dying world and flung into the ultimate future: the End of Time. Here, reality is a mutable playground for decadent, immortal beings who entertain themselves as the universe slowly unravels into nothingness. Wielding his soul-drinking blade Stormbringer, Elric must navigate this surreal landscape, encountering figures both grand and grotesque who have forgotten the very meaning of existence. As he grapples with the absurd inhabitants and the encroaching void, Elric's sanity and his understanding of his own place in the Multiverse are pushed to their breaking point. read more

Elric of Melniboné is the classic fantasy antihero who transformed the genre, an evil emperor with a conscience who stru… Elric of Melniboné is the classic fantasy antihero who transformed the genre, an evil emperor with a conscience who struggles with his sentient sword Stormbringer This book contains the author's definitive editions of the Elric saga, the last emperor of Melniboné. Michael Moorcock and his long-time friend and bibliographer John Davey have collaborated to produce the most consistent and coherent narrative from the disparate novels, novellas, short stories and non-fiction about Elric. From his early life in Melniboné all the way through to his final days, these seven volumes will be the definitive telling of the albino prince's story. Elric is one of the great creations of modern fantasy, and has inspired legions of imitators. If you know his story already, then this definitive edition will finally let you read the entire saga in the author's preferred order. If you've never experienced the chronicles of the albino with the soul-sucking sword, then this is the perfect place to start. Readers have loved Elric for decades: 'I'm an absolute sucker for the grand sweeping personal quests to gain more and yet more magical power in the service of rescuing your one true love, casting aside morals, the greater good, your own health, and possibly your own sanity. This tale holds up perfectly' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Has everything you'd want in high fantasy adventure, a conflicted hero as well as fantastic worlds filled with strange monsters and ancient magics' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ '[Elric] holds a special place in the annals of fantasy characters . . . really not to be missed by fantasy fans' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Elric has to be just about the coolest most bad ass mofo in the history of fantasy fiction . . . it is amazing how much plot, characterization and action Moorcock managed to squeeze in' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ read more

Melniboné: No longer the mighty empire that once dominated the world but a waning kingdom, dependent on trade from the h… Melniboné: No longer the mighty empire that once dominated the world but a waning kingdom, dependent on trade from the human nations which have begun the challenge her power. On his ruby Throne sits the albino Elric - sorcerer and warrior. A melancholy philosopher at odds with his destiny. As fleets of marauders probe the defences of the Dragon Isle, Elric faces treachery within his own court - from Yyrkoon, the cruel and ambitious cousin who dreams of usurping him. read more

Wielding a cursed, soul-devouring blade and haunted by a terrible destiny, an albino emperor is hurled across the multiv… Wielding a cursed, soul-devouring blade and haunted by a terrible destiny, an albino emperor is hurled across the multiverse, a reluctant pawn in a cosmic game. The last scion of a decadent, dying empire, he grapples with his own dark nature and the inescapable forces that steer his journey through shifting realities. From forgotten pasts to unimaginable futures, he battles monstrous foes and confronts strange champions, desperately seeking answers that might break the chains of his tragic fate. His quest will not only decide his own freedom, but could reshape the very fabric of existence. read more

Elric, the albino warrior prince, is a haunted figure whose very existence is sustained by the soul-drinking sentient sw… Elric, the albino warrior prince, is a haunted figure whose very existence is sustained by the soul-drinking sentient sword, Stormbringer. Plagued by an inescapable curse and desperate for an understanding that might offer peace, he embarks on a perilous quest for the legendary Fortress of the Pearl. Deep within this enigmatic stronghold lies the fabled Pearl at the Heart of the World, a treasure rumored to hold power beyond mortal comprehension. To claim it, Elric must navigate treacherous magical realms and confront the dark forces drawn to his own cursed destiny, risking not only his life but the very essence of his soul. read more

Enemies become allies and allies enemies as the races struggle for possession of the Earth. Yet only Prince Corum Jhaeli… Enemies become allies and allies enemies as the races struggle for possession of the Earth. Yet only Prince Corum Jhaelin Irsei of the Scarlet Robe can save them from a doomed fate. With the spear of Llaw Ereint in his silver hand, Corum must face the Cold Gods in a final battle that will defeat the forces of Chaos - or deliver the world to evil unending... read more

The Dark Empire of Granbretan has humiliated and mutilated Dorian Hawkmoon, but it cannot rob him of his two consuming p… The Dark Empire of Granbretan has humiliated and mutilated Dorian Hawkmoon, but it cannot rob him of his two consuming passions: his love for Yisselda of Brass and his hatred of her ruthless suitor Meliadus. But before he can defy the Dark Empire and win the beauteous Yisselda, he must seek the Runestaff, a quest that will send him into barbaric wonder and perverse evil ... and only if he succeeds will he avert the doom of all the world... read more

Maxim Arturovitch Pyatnitski, that charming but despicable mythomaniac who first appeared in Byzantium Endures, is back.… Maxim Arturovitch Pyatnitski, that charming but despicable mythomaniac who first appeared in Byzantium Endures, is back. Having fled Bolshevik Russia in late 1919, Pyat’s progress is a series of leaps from crisis to crisis, as he begins affairs with a Baroness and a Greek prostitute while undertaking schemes to build flying machines in Europe and the United States. His devotion to flamboyantly racist, particularly anti-Semitic doctrines—like his devotion to cocaine—remains unabated, and he both sings the praises of Mussolini and lectures across America for the Ku Klux Klan. (His best kept secret is of course, the fact that he is Jewish.) As the novel ends, Pyat is in Hollywood—his new Byzantium—hobnobbing with movie stars and dreaming of making films like those of his hero, D.W. Griffith. Engineer, braggart, addict, Pyat is a magnificent invention, a genius of innocent vituperation: his finest achievement (and that of the author) is that his own warped and deluded vision is powerful enough to redefine reality. This authoritative edition presents the first time this work has been available in paperback in the U.S., along with a new introduction by Alan Wall. read more

This volume of Moorcock's dark fantasy contains The Warhound and the World's Pain, The City in the Autumn Stars, The Ple… This volume of Moorcock's dark fantasy contains The Warhound and the World's Pain, The City in the Autumn Stars, The Pleasure Gardens of Felippe Sagittarious, and The Dragon in the Sword. In order to reclaim his lost soul, Captain Graf Ulrich von Beck must obtain for Lucifer the Holy Grail, the Cure for the World's Pain. read more

The Second Book of Corum: the Prince in the Scarlet Robe. Fresh from victory over the Chaos Lord, Arioch, Prince Corum m… The Second Book of Corum: the Prince in the Scarlet Robe. Fresh from victory over the Chaos Lord, Arioch, Prince Corum must battle the forces of Xiombarg, the dreaded Queen of the Swords, whose armies are close to delivering control of five planes of existence to Chaos, the forces of Law all but defeated. Corum and his allies enter the fray, though the odds are stacked against them. Their only hope lies in locating the advanced weaponry of the fabled City in the Pyramid. But the City is besieged by the forces of Chaos - and the Chaos Lords are now sworn enemies of the Prince in the Scarlet Robe... read more

Jherek Carnelian and Mrs Amelia Underwood return to the End of Time from their brief exile in the Devonian Period to fin… Jherek Carnelian and Mrs Amelia Underwood return to the End of Time from their brief exile in the Devonian Period to find the world under attack from the Lat and extinction a very real possibility. The perfect occasion, then, for love to bloom, the secret of Jherek's past to be revealed and the true nature of time to be unveiled... read more

“Michael Moorcock’s work as a critic, as an editor and as a writer has made it easier for me and a whole generation of u… “Michael Moorcock’s work as a critic, as an editor and as a writer has made it easier for me and a whole generation of us to roam the ‘moonbeam roads’ of the literary multiverse.”—from the Foreword by Michael Chabon Has there ever been a hero–or anti-hero–to match Elric of Melniboné, last emperor of an ancient civilization sunk into decadence and inhuman cruelty? Elric the albino, weary of life and enamored of death, bearer of the soul-devouring black sword Stormbringer, cursed to betray all he loves and to save that which he despises: In the unending battle between the forces of Law and Chaos, he is the wildest card of all. Del Rey proudly presents the fourth in its definitive collection of stories featuring fantasy Grand Master Michael Moorcock’s greatest creation. Here is the full novel The Sailor on the Seas of Fate, the script of the DC comic Duke Elric, the new story “The Flaneur des Arcades de l’Opera,” essays by Moorcock and others, and a selection of classic artwork. Lavishly illustrated by Justin Sweet, with a Foreword by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Michael Chabon, Duke Elric is essential for all fans of the fantastic. From the Trade Paperback edition. read more

Seeking the answer to the mystery of life, Captain Oswald Bastable visits the Temple of the Future Buddha and is thrown… Seeking the answer to the mystery of life, Captain Oswald Bastable visits the Temple of the Future Buddha and is thrown through time to a new twentieth century. Plague, anarchy and superstition rule the world where he finds himself. Bands of diseased mutants pillage the continents while pirate U-boats prowl the oceans. But from this chaos emerges Black Attila, commander of the African Hordes and master of the most terrible weapon ever devised by Man - the Land Leviathan, a terrifying ziggurat on wheels, a moving mountain of deadly artillery. At last, after centuries of cruel oppression, the Land Leviathan helps the Black Attila establish Black Power on an unimaginable, global scale. Unimaginable, that is, to anyone except Michael Moorcock who has re-written the history of the twentieth century in his own totally original, biting style. read more

After discovering the illicit pleasures of sex and cocaine in Odessa, Dimitri Pyatnitski studies engineering in St Peter… After discovering the illicit pleasures of sex and cocaine in Odessa, Dimitri Pyatnitski studies engineering in St Petersburg, where he experiments with weapons technology as World War I shock-waves spread. And amid the chaos of colliding factions he needs all his natural powers of survival. read more

In one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the 20th century, Elric is the brooding, albino emperor of… In one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the 20th century, Elric is the brooding, albino emperor of the dying Kingdom of Melnibone. After defeating his nefarious cousin and gaining control over the epic sword, Stormbringer, Elric, prince of ruins, must decide what he’s willing to sacrifice in a fight against Armageddon. read more

In a realm where ancient sorcery clashes with the echoes of lost science, reality itself begins to fracture. A mysteriou… In a realm where ancient sorcery clashes with the echoes of lost science, reality itself begins to fracture. A mysterious entity, known only as the Time Dweller, threatens to unravel the very fabric of existence, pulling disparate epochs into a chaotic, unstable present. One warrior, bound by a strange destiny, must journey through landscapes twisted by chronal distortions and face creatures from history and prehistory alike. He alone can confront the Dweller and prevent all of time from collapsing into an abyss of nothingness, safeguarding past, present, and future. read more

Captain Graf Ulrich von Bek carries the ancient burden of his lineage: to safeguard the legendary Holy Grail from those… Captain Graf Ulrich von Bek carries the ancient burden of his lineage: to safeguard the legendary Holy Grail from those who would profane its power. This sacred quest hurls him across the treacherous currents of the timestreams, where history's most perilous eras collide with alternate realities. Amidst warring factions, arcane powers, and technological marvels, Ulrich must navigate a chaotic multiverse rife with both wonder and corruption. Should the Grail fall into the wrong hands, the very fabric of existence across countless timelines could unravel, plunging all reality into an irreversible darkness. read more

Jerry Cornelius is an assassin of a new breed, a stylish, amoral killer adrift in a world fragmenting at the edges of re… Jerry Cornelius is an assassin of a new breed, a stylish, amoral killer adrift in a world fragmenting at the edges of reality. As reality itself begins to unravel and ancient cosmic forces stir, Cornelius finds himself inexplicably at the heart of events that threaten to collapse the very fabric of existence. Hunted across impossible landscapes and manipulated by unseen powers, his detached elegance is put to the ultimate test as he navigates a surreal odyssey where survival means questioning everything. read more

Elric and his constant companion Moonglum return in this new stand alone novel set within the early days of Elric's wand… Elric and his constant companion Moonglum return in this new stand alone novel set within the early days of Elric's wanderings. They ride again to investigate the history of their empire, Melniboné, and its dragons, known as the Phroon, in this exciting new addition to the Elric Saga from World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Michael Moorcock. The estranged emperor of the Melnibonéan empire, Elric is struggling with his nature and the constant thirst of his soul-sucking sword, Stormbringer. He wants his dying empire to thrive, but is he up to the task of renewing his failing people? Recruiting his best friend Moonglum, he hunts across his lands for the great Citadel of Forgotten Myths, seeking the answers to the nature of the dragons of The Young Kingdoms, and hope that the decline can be averted. But others have their own plans, and the journey will not be easy. Taking place between the first and second book in the Elric Saga, The Citadel of Forgotten Myths is perfect for longtime fans and those new to this epic fantasy series. read more

Elric, the albino emperor of a dying race, is a reluctant hero cursed with a terrible destiny. Frail and sickly without… Elric, the albino emperor of a dying race, is a reluctant hero cursed with a terrible destiny. Frail and sickly without powerful elixirs, he relies on his sentient, soul-drinking blade, Stormbringer, which grants him immense strength but constantly hungers for lives. Drawn into conflicts he never sought, Elric navigates a world of warring kingdoms and cosmic forces, battling ancient sorcerers and monstrous creatures. As Stormbringer exerts its malevolent will, Elric fights not only external threats but also the deepening corruption within himself and the dread fate he believes is his alone to bear. The very balance of the Young Kingdoms may hinge on his dark pact. read more

Elric of Melniboné, the albino emperor haunted by his dying race and sustained by the soul-devouring blade Stormbringer,… Elric of Melniboné, the albino emperor haunted by his dying race and sustained by the soul-devouring blade Stormbringer, wanders the Young Kingdoms in a desperate quest for forbidden knowledge. Drawn by whispers of a mystical, ever-shifting spire, he seeks the elusive Vanishing Tower, believing its ancient secrets can offer respite from his cursed existence. But to reach it, Elric must navigate a treacherous landscape of powerful sorcerers, demonic entities, and the ceaseless demands of his own sentient sword, which hungers for souls to fuel his fragile life. With the fate of whole realms hanging in the balance, he faces a perilous choice: embrace his dark power and hasten his doom, or risk everything for a chance at salvation, knowing both paths demand an unbearable toll. read more

Award-winning author Michael Moorcock continuously astonishes readers and critics alike with each new literary offering.… Award-winning author Michael Moorcock continuously astonishes readers and critics alike with each new literary offering. Revered for his eloquent, lyrical prose, his work is a testament to the emotional power of words. Fabulous Harbors is the second of a three-book set, and is a bridge between the novels Blood and The War Amongst the Angels. Comprised of 11 interlocking tales, Fabulous Harbors takes the reader by the hand and guides him into and through Moorcock's spectacular expanding multiverse - a luminously realized, richly layered world of fantastic invention and lovingly drawn characters. Here, in the comfort and peace of Sporting Club Square - an obscure and perhaps magical corner of London that seems oddly immune to the normal effects of time - Begg family patriarch Sir Sexton and various family members and friends gather to swap memories, anecdotes and dreams. Come, sit by the fire and listen to the continuing exploits of the brave Sam Oakenhurst, the mysterious and seductive Rose von Bek, old friend and adventure Jerry Cornelius and Elric, the brooding albino prince of ruins, among others. Haunting and compelling, Fabulous Harbors is an extraordinary achievement from a true star in the literary firmament. read more

The Hand of Kwll and the Eye of Rhynn in exchange for the Heart of Airioch. There were Gods abroad in the old days. It w… The Hand of Kwll and the Eye of Rhynn in exchange for the Heart of Airioch. There were Gods abroad in the old days. It was their whim to wipe clean the slate of history, to destroy the old races: the Vadhagh, the Nhadragh, the remnants of still more ancient peoples. Mankind, the Mabden, was their instrument. But the Gods themselves fell out, and Chaos gained the advantage over Law. Onto this stage stepped the Vadhagh Prince Corum. Driven mad for revenge by the callous slaughter of his family and race, and by his own grotesque mutilation at the hands of the Mabden, he agreed to accept, from the treacherous sorcerer Shool, the Eye of Rhynn and the Hand of Kwll in exchange for a lien on his soul. Thus armed he set out upon a personal crusade against the Sword Rulers: the Lords of Chaos and puppetmasters to Man. The first of these was the loathsome Arioch, Knight of the Swords, master of five of the fifteen planes of reality. From Arioch, Prince Corum required his heart... read more

In Michael Moorcock's vast and imaginative multiverse, Law and Chaos wage war in a never-ending struggle over the fundam… In Michael Moorcock's vast and imaginative multiverse, Law and Chaos wage war in a never-ending struggle over the fundamental rules of existence. Here, in this universe, Dorian Hawkmoon traverses a world of antique cities, scientific sorcery, and crystalline machines as he pulled unwillingly into a war that pits him against the ruthless and dominating armies of Granbretan. read more

A jaded hero, weary of a world steeped in corruption and ancient magic, embarks on a desperate voyage for Utopia, a myth… A jaded hero, weary of a world steeped in corruption and ancient magic, embarks on a desperate voyage for Utopia, a mythical haven whispered to be humanity's last hope. Across treacherous seas and cursed lands, he confronts monstrous abominations and the dark sorcery of forgotten gods. But as his ship draws closer to the legendary shores, he uncovers a sinister truth: paradise demands a price beyond imagining, and the path to salvation might lead only to a deeper, more profound darkness. The fate of his soul, and perhaps all existence, hangs in the balance. read more

This is the 14th volume in the acclaimed Eternal Champion series by Michael Moorcock. The series collects in newly edite… This is the 14th volume in the acclaimed Eternal Champion series by Michael Moorcock. The series collects in newly edited and revised form all the tales of this fantasy master's most famous meta-character, the Eternal Champion. Some aspects of this champion are beloved by countless readers of fantasy, and the most popular of these -- Elric of Melnibone -- appears in this volume. read more

Duke Dorian Hawkmoon's quest to destroy the Dark Empire of Granbretan leads him onto the path of a man who possess a rar… Duke Dorian Hawkmoon's quest to destroy the Dark Empire of Granbretan leads him onto the path of a man who possess a rare ring that allows men to travel through time. Hawkmoon uses this ring to travel to a far future New Orleans, where he must battle the Pirate Lords who possess the Great Sword of the Dawn, which can end the Dark Empire once and for all. read more

A pallid, sword-wielding prince, cursed by his very nature and bound to a soul-devouring blade, walks a desolate path. H… A pallid, sword-wielding prince, cursed by his very nature and bound to a soul-devouring blade, walks a desolate path. He seeks a mythical artifact, the legendary Singing Citadel, which holds immense power. But a ruthless sorcerer-lord stands in his way, determined to wield the Citadel's magic for his own tyrannical ends. Amidst a dying world of ancient races and forgotten gods, this reluctant anti-hero must confront not only his powerful enemies but also the darkness within himself, for the fate of multiple dimensions rests upon his cursed shoulders. read more

Gollancz is very proud to present the author's definitive editions of the saga of Elric, the last emperor of Melniboné.… Gollancz is very proud to present the author's definitive editions of the saga of Elric, the last emperor of Melniboné. Michael Moorcock and his long-time friend and bibliographer John Davey have collaborated to produce the most consistent and coherent narrative from the disparate novels, novellas, short stories and non-fiction about Elric. From his early life in Melniboné all the way through to his final days, these seven volumes will be the definitive telling of the albino prince's story. Elric is one of the great creations of modern fantasy, and has inspired legions of imitators. If you know his story already, then this definitive edition will finally let you read the entire saga in the author's preferred order. If you've never experienced the chronicles of the albino with the soul-sucking sword, then this is the perfect place to start. Containing stories, novellas, supplementary material and commentary, these editions of ELRIC are the finest yet. read more

At the world's end, all love is timeless, and all age-old disputes irrelevant . . . Jherek Carnelian, however, is in dan… At the world's end, all love is timeless, and all age-old disputes irrelevant . . . Jherek Carnelian, however, is in danger of taking reality too seriously, and grows tired of his pleasures. Perhaps a hunt for aliens could lift his spirits? Or better yet, a journey through time? Ah, yes! The past! So complicated and strange - especially with its scarcity of time machines for a return trip! But regardless of the dangers, the past does hold one irresistible lure: Mrs Amelia Underwood, for whom the Hero at the End of Time risks all. read more

In a dying empire teetering on the brink of oblivion, an ancient evil stirs, threatening to consume what little remains.… In a dying empire teetering on the brink of oblivion, an ancient evil stirs, threatening to consume what little remains. A reluctant anti-hero, burdened by a shadowed past, is unexpectedly drawn into a desperate quest. His mission: to seek out legendary magical artifacts, the only hope of stemming the rising darkness and preventing the fractured world's total annihilation. But as he battles formidable foes and confronts the encroaching doom, he must also contend with the darkness within himself, for failure means the complete unmaking of his world. read more

A wonderfully rich and dazzling novel celebrating the people and places of post-war London. The main characters - all co… A wonderfully rich and dazzling novel celebrating the people and places of post-war London. The main characters - all considered to be mentally disturbed by the medical profession - are able to hear the babbling voices from the heart of the city in their heads. A loving rhapsody dedicated to London itself in much the same way Ulysses was or Dublin. 'A novel that is intended to be a celebration of my native city. It deals in London life since 1940 to around 1986. While some of the material suggests a possible fantastic element, there is no overt fantasy in the book. I think it's probably my own favourite. And it has a happy ending!' Michael Moorcock 'His is the grand, messy flux itself, in all its heroic vulgarity, its unquenchable optimism. For Moorcock's Londoners, nothing could be more magical than the real fabric of the city they love and the stories with which it echoes' Angela Carter, GUARDIAN read more

It is the 21st century and Earth is overcrowded, underfed and teetering on the brink of worldwide chaos. Their best and… It is the 21st century and Earth is overcrowded, underfed and teetering on the brink of worldwide chaos. Their best and last hope rests among the stars, in finding another world able to sustain human life. Enter Colonel Jerry Cornelius, hero and adventurer extraordinaire. Along with his wife Cathy and good friend, Professor Frank Marek, he will brave the madness of space and the dangers of an alien world. But there is more to this new world than meets the eye. Secrets are buried here, in its earth and in its history. Uncovering them could hold the keys to planet Earth's salvation as well as its past. But time is against Jerry Cornelius. His friend has gone mad, his wife has gone missing, and with each tick of the clock planet Earth draws closer to its end. Bereft of friends, loved ones, and all he has ever known, Jerry Cornelius will hold the fates of two worlds in his hands. A solution will require all his legendary strength, intelligence and courage ... and even that might not be enough in the end. read more

The first installment of Second Ether trilogy by the award-winning author of Cornelius Chronicles. The world is swirling… The first installment of Second Ether trilogy by the award-winning author of Cornelius Chronicles. The world is swirling with entropic decay, opening pockets of chaos that draw unsuspecting souls into a paralled universe. Blood tells the heartbreaking story of two pairs of star-crossed lovers caught between the old world, a lawless society ruled by gamblers and riverboat captains, and the new reality called the "Second Ether". read more

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In an age before time began when the old Gods were abroad in the Earth, Corum of the Scarlet Robe defeated the agents of… In an age before time began when the old Gods were abroad in the Earth, Corum of the Scarlet Robe defeated the agents of chaos and cruelty and made history possible. Now a new age requires a hero. There are new lords who would be gods - Odin and Thor and Freya and Loki. And there are the descendants of Corum's Vadagh people, now called Elf-folk. There is a portent - a great black bull sometimes seen on the horizon. The bull must be ridden by the one who possesses the Spear of Llaw Ereint. And the one who will come to possess the spear will be one who has a silver hand - it is the hand of Corum... read more

Queen Gloriana presides over a vast, glorious empire, a realm where order and prosperity reign supreme. Yet beneath the… Queen Gloriana presides over a vast, glorious empire, a realm where order and prosperity reign supreme. Yet beneath the veneer of triumph, Gloriana herself is utterly unfulfilled, a monarch haunted by a profound ennui that saps her will and isolates her from her adoring subjects. As the peace of her magnificent court begins to fray, and whispers of a deeper malaise ripple through the land, Gloriana must embark on a desperate quest to find meaning in her gilded cage. The very soul of her kingdom, and her own tragic destiny, depends on her confronting the darkness that festers within her opulent world. read more

In the magnificent kingdom of Albion, the wise and revered Queen Gloriana maintains an era of peace and prosperity. Bene… In the magnificent kingdom of Albion, the wise and revered Queen Gloriana maintains an era of peace and prosperity. Beneath her flawless public facade, however, she grapples with a profound personal void, yearning for a fulfillment that her regal duties cannot provide. As insidious political intrigue, seductive machinations, and dark sorcery begin to threaten Albion's stability, Gloriana finds herself navigating treacherous court conspiracies. Her struggle to secure her realm while confronting the deepest desires of her own heart will determine the future of a nation and her very identity. read more

The lyrical genius of Michael Moorcock defies categorization; his creations soar to grand and golden places hitherto uni… The lyrical genius of Michael Moorcock defies categorization; his creations soar to grand and golden places hitherto unimagined and unimaginable. In this, his most heartfelt and astonishing work to date, he carries the reader across mystical thresholds viewed from afar in the brilliant Blood and Fabulous Harbors, and reveals the mighty destinies, exemplary loves, and the true and secret histories of his most beloved and intriguing characters. It is a tale of the incomparable Rose von Bek, who discovers the myriad possibilities that life has to offer in the special, infinitely wondrous places known as the Second Ether - where time has no bounds and existence is a river of endless reinvention. Here, also, is the love of her life - the volatile and enigmatic Sam Oakenburst - and the story of the ill-fated passion of the exotic Colinda Dovero and the swashbuckling gambler Jack Karaquazian. These four together - along with their exceptional companions, including Rose's mad uncle, Michael, late of Texas - will become allies in what some call the great War in Heaven, fighting shoulder-to-shoulder against the agents of evil and stagnation, in a battle whose outcome will determine the very nature of reality itself. read more

- Aspect published the previous novel in the series, The Skrayling Tree, in hardcover (0-446-53104-9) in 2003 and in mas… - Aspect published the previous novel in the series, The Skrayling Tree, in hardcover (0-446-53104-9) in 2003 and in mass market (0-446-61340-1) in 7/04. The prior novel. The Dreamthief's Daughter (Aspect hardcover, 2001, 0-446-52618-5; mass market, 2002, 0-446-61120-4) received praise from the Washington Post, Denver Post, and Locus, where it was featured on the 2001 Recommended Reading list. - Aspect reissued Moorcock's classic Gloriana, or the Unfulfill'd Queen in trade paperback in 8/04. Gloriana won Moorcock the World Fantasy Award, the John W. Campbell Award, and the British Fantasy Award. - Moorcock's Elric the Eternal Champion saga has been optioned by Universal Pictures, with Chris and Paul Weitz (American Pie) producing. - Michael Moorcock is a vanguard author, editor, journalist, critic, and rock musician, who is editor of the controversial magazine New Worlds. A member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame, Moorcock has won the Guardian Fiction Prize, the Nebula Award, the World Fantasy Award, and the British Fantasy Award, among others. read more

The first book of The Eternal Champion trilogy. Erekose is the Eternal Champion: pulled by the tides of chance through a… The first book of The Eternal Champion trilogy. Erekose is the Eternal Champion: pulled by the tides of chance through a thousand worlds and ages. In his lonely search for peace and justice all he can trust are his own courage and enduring passion. Across magical landscapes, fantastic worlds without end, he strides - eternal hero, eternal warrior, eternal lover - forever defying destiny and lifting his brave sword against the cruel, cold logic of the Multiverse... read more

Corum Jhaelen Irsei, the last prince of the ancient Vadhagh race, watches his people annihilated and his world slowly co… Corum Jhaelen Irsei, the last prince of the ancient Vadhagh race, watches his people annihilated and his world slowly consumed by the malevolent Cold Gods. His only hope lies in a desperate quest to recover two mythical talismans: the Golden Oak and the Silver Ram. Only by wielding their ancient power can Corum confront this unimaginably powerful foe, restore the rightful High King to a fractured realm, and prevent his entire civilization from descending into eternal, frozen darkness. read more

The second book of The Eternal Champion trilogy. As Erekose, the Eternal Champion, he slew the human race that had betra… The second book of The Eternal Champion trilogy. As Erekose, the Eternal Champion, he slew the human race that had betrayed his ideals. And loved Ermizhad, the Eldren princess The the voices called him and he was powerless to resist. As Fate's soldier, the Eternal One, his lot was to vanquish tyranny. Sent tumbling through the corridors of eternity, he found himself transformed. Now Urlik Skarsol - he is the Prince of the Southern Ice. To find his way home, Urlik Skarsol must take up the Black Sword, the monstrous weapon that demands blood - be it friend's or foe's - before his tortured soul can rest. Before the powers of Evil can be conquered. Before he can rediscover Ermizhad. Before he can know peace again ... read more

Feared by enemies and friends alike, Elric of Melnibone walks a lonely path among the worlds of the multiverse. The dest… Feared by enemies and friends alike, Elric of Melnibone walks a lonely path among the worlds of the multiverse. The destroyer of his own cruel and ancient race, as well as its final ruler, Elric is the bearer of a destiny as dark and cursed as the vampiric sword he carries - the sentient black blade known as Stormbringer. read more

"In his epic adventures in the alternative Twentieth Centuries, Chrononaut Oswald Bastable, member of the League of Temp… "In his epic adventures in the alternative Twentieth Centuries, Chrononaut Oswald Bastable, member of the League of Temporal Adventures, has crossed and re-crossed many different time-streams. Some of his previous experiences have been told in The Land Leviathan and The Warlord of the Air. Now, in what may be the last communication from him, he tells of a world in which the Bolshevik Revolution never happened... The Steel Tsar finds him travelling backwards in time from a shell-shocked Singapore to a Russian Empire seething from conflict and preyed on by motley bands of rogues and adventurers. Here he meets up with fellow-time-traveller Miss Una Persson, and together they changed the course of a history whose legendary deeds exceed the bounds of everyday imagination and glitter in the exuberant land of the eternal present"--Page 4 of cover. read more

"On Earth-3, one of the fifteen planets occupying different subspacial levels but sharing the name Earth, Doctor Faustaf… "On Earth-3, one of the fifteen planets occupying different subspacial levels but sharing the name Earth, Doctor Faustaff and his team struggle to save humankind. They must survive the deadly D-squads to save Earth from all the Unstable Matter Situations that are claiming them, one by one." "Elsewhere, the century-old peace in the City of Switzerland is threatened by the arrival of the mysterious Fireclown. The Solar Referendum Party and the Radical Liberal Movement, deadlocked through this time of peace, do not know how to react. Only Alain von Bek and Helen Curtis can begin to understand the Fireclown." "Clovis Becker is the ruler of the daylight side of an Earth that no longer rotates on its axis. With the approach of the end of their 300-year lifespans, the people of this world, these children of the light, face the twilight of their existence."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved read more

This is a novel set at the very heart of Michael Moorcock's multiverse, in Karadur, city of metal, steam, and ancient fa… This is a novel set at the very heart of Michael Moorcock's multiverse, in Karadur, city of metal, steam, and ancient families, the mighty clans of the metal. In six days, Max Silverskin, thief and trickster, must discover the secrets of his heritage or die from the witch mark - the silverheart - which will devour his heart. Lady Rose Iron, daughter of the leader of the powerful Clan Iron is thrown into an edgy alliance with Max as she searches for the secrets that could save the city's future. Captain Cornelius Coffin, head of the clans' security forces, is in love with Lady Rose and obsessed with capturing Max. And there are others, in Shriltasi, Karadur's underworld twin, who know the prophecy which says that only Max Silverskin can save both realms. In Silverheart, Michael Moorcock and Storm Constantine have combined their talents to produce a novel that is both surreal and gothic. read more

It is 1973, and the stately airships of the Great Powers hold benign sway over a peaceful world. The balance of power is… It is 1973, and the stately airships of the Great Powers hold benign sway over a peaceful world. The balance of power is maintained by the British Empire - a most equitable and just Empire, ruled by the beloved King Edward VIII. A new world order, with peace and prosperity for all under the law. Yet, moved by the politics of envy and perverse utopianism, not all of the Empire's citizens support the marvelous equilibrium. Flung from the North East Frontier of 1902 into this world of the future, Captain Oswald Bastable is forced to question his most cherished ideals, discovering to his horror that he has become a nomad of the time streams, eternally doomed to travel the wayward currents of a chaotic multiverse. The first in the trilogy, The Warlord of the Air sees Bastable fall in with the anarchists of this imperial society and set in train a course of events more devastating than he could ever have imagined. read more

Captain Oswald Bastable, a British officer in 1903, awakens to a future unrecognizable from his own peaceful Edwardian E… Captain Oswald Bastable, a British officer in 1903, awakens to a future unrecognizable from his own peaceful Edwardian England. He finds a world where the seemingly utopian Pax Britannica has given way to a terrifying new reality: colossal airships dominate the skies, but their power is used for relentless global warfare, turning the planet into a dystopian battleground. Caught between warring factions and witnessing the utter collapse of civilization, Bastable must navigate this aerial maelstrom. He grapples with the grim truth of what became of his world, and ultimately, must choose his allegiance in a desperate fight for humanity's future. read more

Across a myriad of dying worlds and shifting realities, heroes and villains alike find themselves caught in the unending… Across a myriad of dying worlds and shifting realities, heroes and villains alike find themselves caught in the unending war between Law and Chaos. Witness the tragic fates of those chosen or condemned to be pawns in a cosmic game, their lives sacrificed for ideals often beyond their comprehension. From sword-wielding champions to sorcerers touched by strange science, each protagonist faces impossible odds and makes ultimate sacrifices, their individual struggles reflecting a universe teetering on the brink of oblivion. What hope remains when even the champions are destined for martyrdom? read more

Stranded on the treacherous, ancient deserts of Mars, the brilliant Earthman Michael Kane finds himself in a world of fi… Stranded on the treacherous, ancient deserts of Mars, the brilliant Earthman Michael Kane finds himself in a world of fierce barbarians and wondrous cities. When a horrifying plague, the Green Death, threatens to consume both mind and body across the Red Planet, Kane must embark on a perilous quest. Alongside his loyal blue giant companion Hool Haji, he journeys through forgotten wastes and vibrant metropolises to discover a cure. The fate of an entire world hangs in the balance as Kane battles against time and the planet's deadly secrets. read more

Duke Dorian Hawkmoon, a hero cursed with a black jewel embedded in his skull by the tyrannical Granbretanian Empire, fin… Duke Dorian Hawkmoon, a hero cursed with a black jewel embedded in his skull by the tyrannical Granbretanian Empire, finds himself fighting for the very soul of the continent. Imprisoned and disfigured by the conquering Dark Empire, Hawkmoon becomes a reluctant champion for the oppressed when he escapes to the last free realm. He must rally the disparate forces of the free lands on a perilous quest, not only to reclaim his own freedom and dignity but to overthrow the sorcerous legions of Granbretan before their twisted dominion engulfs all civilization. The fate of an entire world, and Hawkmoon's own sanity, hangs in the balance. read more

London isn't just a city; it's a living entity, ancient and layered with forgotten magic. Ordinary citizens navigating i… London isn't just a city; it's a living entity, ancient and layered with forgotten magic. Ordinary citizens navigating its bustling streets suddenly find their mundane lives pierced by impossible events, unsettling realities, and mythic figures emerging from the shadows. As the familiar world unravels, these disparate Londoners must confront the strange, sometimes terrifying, forces that lie beneath the surface of the urban sprawl. Their understanding of reality, and the fate of the city itself, hangs in the balance as they grapple with the city's hidden heart. read more

In the 1960s Jerry Cornelius was the coolest assassin on the Ladbroke Grove block. By the 1970s The Condition of Muzak h… In the 1960s Jerry Cornelius was the coolest assassin on the Ladbroke Grove block. By the 1970s The Condition of Muzak had won the Guardian Fiction Prize and The Final Programme was a feature film starring Jon Finch, Jenny Runacre, Hugh Griffith and Sterling Hayden. In the 1980s the world s first cyberpunk continued to inspire a generation of writers including William Gibson, Alan Moore, Neil Gaiman, and bands like the Human League. By the 1990s he was up and running towards the guns again in stories like The Spencer Inheritance , The Camus Referendum and Cheering for the Rockets , which dealt with the icons and key events of the day. At turn of the millennium, in Firing the Cathedral, he responded to the attacks on America of September 2001 and their consequences, to the realities of global warming and global terrorism, and the apocalypse had never seemed more terrifying, never been more fun. Cooler, sharper, his fingers firmly on the pulse of the twenty-first century, Jerry Cornelius was back, counting names and taking heads -- Dust cover. read more

After withstanding the power of the Black Jewel and saving the city of Hamadan from the conquest of the Dark Empire of G… After withstanding the power of the Black Jewel and saving the city of Hamadan from the conquest of the Dark Empire of Granbretan, Hawkmoon set off for the Kamarg, where friendship and love await him. But the journey is beyond treacherous. With his boon companion, Oladahn, the beastman of the Bulgar Mountains, Hawkmoon discovers the peaceful city of Soryandum, which holds the power to transcend the confines of time and space. This power, which keeps the city from falling to the Dark Empire, could keep the Kamarg safe. But alas his love Yisselda is now a prisoner of the Mad God, whose powerful amulet is linked to Hawkmoon's ultimate destiny: a power that began at creation and calls heroes to arms throughout existence. Hawkmoon must rip this amulet from the neck of the Mad God if he hopes to save the Kamarg and free his friends and his one true love from the Dark Empire's relentless wrath. read more

Having traveled to Canada with his beloved wife Oona, Ulrik von Bek is visited by a strange albino resembling himself. W… Having traveled to Canada with his beloved wife Oona, Ulrik von Bek is visited by a strange albino resembling himself. When Oona is abducted by a band of albino Native Americans, Ulrik soon finds himself in the Multiverse where he is reconnected with his alternate self, Elric of Melnibon. read more

In a fading world scarred by ancient wars and forgotten science, a desperate adventurer stumbles upon the sealed tomb of… In a fading world scarred by ancient wars and forgotten science, a desperate adventurer stumbles upon the sealed tomb of a legendary sorceress. Her slumber has kept a terrifying power dormant for ages, but now, a creeping darkness threatens to reawaken her destructive might. Thrust into a desperate quest, he must navigate treacherous landscapes and confront both arcane horrors and the relics of a lost civilization to either stop her resurrection or control the cosmic chaos she unleashes. The fate of all reality rests on his ability to confront the ultimate darkness. read more

Karl Glogauer journeys through a fragmented 20th century, convinced he is a reincarnation experiencing the echoes of his… Karl Glogauer journeys through a fragmented 20th century, convinced he is a reincarnation experiencing the echoes of history's collapse. From the vibrant decadence of early European capitals to the grim aftermath of war and societal decay, Glogauer becomes a detached observer, wrestling with the cyclical nature of human folly. His quest for meaning unearths a pervasive sense of disillusionment and the crumbling ideals that shape his own identity. As past and present blur, Glogauer seeks to understand if there is any hope amidst the ruins of progress and self, or if humanity is doomed to repeat its darkest chapters. read more

Michael Moorcock, returns with the story of the times and trials of Dennis Dover, former rock guitarist, photojournalist… Michael Moorcock, returns with the story of the times and trials of Dennis Dover, former rock guitarist, photojournalist, paparazzo, and loyal denizen of Mother London, and his brilliant, beautiful, and socially conscious cousin, Rosie Beck. Since childhood they have been inseparable, delighting in the daily discoveries of a life with no limits. But now a powerful, unstoppable force that consumes the past indiscriminately, leaving nothing of substance in its wake, threatens the metropolis that nurtured them. The terminator is named John Barbican Begg. A hanger-on from Denny and Rosie's youth, he has become the morally corrupt center of their London, and the richest, most rapacious creature in the Western Hemisphere, with but one goal: to devour the entire world. And their only choices left are to join in, drop out ... or plot to destroy him. read more

The Terraphiles are a group obsessed with Earth's past and dedicated to re-enacting ancient sporting events. The Doctor… The Terraphiles are a group obsessed with Earth's past and dedicated to re-enacting ancient sporting events. The Doctor and Amy join them on a trip to Miggea, a star on the very edge of reality, and venue for a competition to win the fabled Arrow of Law. But the Terraphiles' grasp of Earth history and customs is dubious to say the least, and just getting to Miggea is going to prove tricky. For reality is falling apart, ships are disappearing, and Captain Cornelius and his pirates are looking for easy pickings. And the Doctor and Amy have to find out who is so desperate to get the Arrow of Law that they will kill for it. A thrilling Doctor Who adventure featuring the Doctor and Amy, as played by Matt Smith and Karen Gillan in the spectacular hit series from BBC Television written by the acclaimed science fiction and fantasy author Michael Moorcock read more

Signs appear throughout the Multiverse that the Cosmic Balance is in peril, and the Eternal Champion is caught in the cr… Signs appear throughout the Multiverse that the Cosmic Balance is in peril, and the Eternal Champion is caught in the crosshairs! Across worlds, Elric, Hawkmoon and Corum begin to face the force that threatens to overpower them all, while Eric Beck, a modern-day video game designer, must acknowledge that his reoccurring dreams of a Pale Prince aren’t all in his head... Join New York Times bestseller Chris Roberson as he teams up with legendary fantasy author Michael Moorcock to bring Elric back to comic books in an original ongoing series! See why Neil Gaiman called Moorcock “my model for what a writer was” while Warren Ellis said he is one of the “eight core sites in my creative genome.” read more

An enigmatic and stylish adventurer, Jerry Cornelius, navigates a fragmented, near-future Earth in pursuit of a rumored… An enigmatic and stylish adventurer, Jerry Cornelius, navigates a fragmented, near-future Earth in pursuit of a rumored cure for cancer. In a world where reality bends and allegiances are constantly betrayed, Jerry is caught in a bewildering web of espionage, political upheaval, and deeply personal vendettas. As powerful factions vie for control, the very fabric of existence seems increasingly unstable, pushing society towards chaos. Jerry's elusive quest becomes a desperate fight for survival, where the prize might be less important than the journey itself, and the future of a collapsing world hangs in the balance. read more

Jherek Carnelian, a flamboyant dandy from the end of time, finds his decadent existence marred by an unshakeable boredom… Jherek Carnelian, a flamboyant dandy from the end of time, finds his decadent existence marred by an unshakeable boredom. Driven by a thirst for purpose beyond mere pleasure, he embarks on an extraordinary journey through a dying multiverse, where reality itself is fluid. His quest leads him to a desolate Earth, long abandoned by humanity and now dominated by colossal, intelligent spiders who have established their own terrifying civilization. Jherek must confront these arachnid overlords and uncover the grim truths hidden beneath their webs, all while his own understanding of life and death is dramatically challenged. The fate of a universe teetering on the brink of collapse may depend on this most unlikely of heroes. read more

The world is sick. The Forces of Chaos have energised the planet. Leaders, führers, duces, prophets, visionaries, gurus,… The world is sick. The Forces of Chaos have energised the planet. Leaders, führers, duces, prophets, visionaries, gurus, and politicians are all at each others' throats. And Chaos leers over the broken body of Order. So Ryan freezes his family into suspended animation and sets off for the planet Munich 15040, five years distant. There he will re-establish Order in a New World - and create a happier, healthier, saner and more decent society with the ones he loves. But they are suspended. And they cannot talk. And he is alone in space. And he has been travelling for three years. And he will still be travelling two years hence, and he cannot see his destination, and he is ALONE and LOST and CRACKING UP... read more

The world lay frozen under a thousand feet of ice. Only in the Eight Cities of the Matto Grosso did men still live, hunt… The world lay frozen under a thousand feet of ice. Only in the Eight Cities of the Matto Grosso did men still live, hunting the wary ice whales for meat and oil, and following the creed of the Ice Mother which foretold the end of all life in ultimate cold. But legend told of a city far to the north - fabled New York - whose towers rose above the ice, whose crypts held the forgotten lore that might bring warmth to Earth once again. In the best ice ship in the Eight Cities, Konrad Arflane embarked on the impossible voyable to New York - an odyssey of incredible peril and adventure with a shattering discovery at the journey's end... read more

Dorian Hawkmoon... Corum Jhaelen Irsei... Elric of Melniboné. Over the years, Michael Moorcock has captivated readers wi… Dorian Hawkmoon... Corum Jhaelen Irsei... Elric of Melniboné. Over the years, Michael Moorcock has captivated readers with his unending versions of the Eternal Champion, the timeless warrior who serves the Cosmic Balance in the ongoing battle that rages between Law and Chaos through the many planes and levels of the multiverse. But what is the multiverse and what are its origins? In this essential novel, Michael Moorcock provides readers these critical answers. World War Three has come and gone, and humankind has survived its brutal past to assume its place among the stars. Yet their existence is endangered nonetheless, as their entire universe is threatening to collapse. All their hopes rest on the shoulders of Count Renark von Bek, a nobleman of extraordinary psychic abilities and carefully guarded secrets. Aided by his companions, von Bek will delve into the Sundered Worlds, a mysterious galaxy outside the space-time continuum that has materialized on the edges of known space. Inside this roving galaxy, they will uncover the secrets of the multiverse and embark upon a last desperate gamble to save humankind. But as they will soon discover, even survival comes laden with danger, as the solutions to their dilemma may also hold the final keys to their destruction read more

The illustrious Werther de Goethe nurtures a passion for a very innocent girl in hopes of suffering exquisite remorse. T… The illustrious Werther de Goethe nurtures a passion for a very innocent girl in hopes of suffering exquisite remorse. The adventurous Duke of Queens challenges Lord Shark to a duel to the death--difficult for immortals. First U.S. publication. read more

“Moorcock’s writing is intricate, fabulous, and mellifluous. Reading his words I was, and am, reminded of music. His nov… “Moorcock’s writing is intricate, fabulous, and mellifluous. Reading his words I was, and am, reminded of music. His novels are symphonic experiences. They dance and cry and bleed and make promises that can live only in the moment of their utterance.” –from the Foreword by Walter Mosley, New York Times bestselling author of Blonde Faith and Devil in a Blue Dress Elric of Melniboné. The name is like a magic spell, conjuring up the image of an albino champion and his cursed, vampiric sword, Stormbringer. Elric, the last emperor of a cruel and decadent race, rogue and adventurer, hero and murderer, lover and traitor, is mystery and paradox personified–a timeless testament to the creative achievement of Michael Moorcock, the most significant fantasy writer since Tolkien. Now comes the second in this definitive series of Elric volumes. Gorgeously illustrated by acclaimed artist Michael Wm. Kaluta and including a new Introduction by Michael Moorcock, this collection features, along with Elric, such renowned characters as Erekosë, Rackhir the Red Archer, and Count Renark von Bek. Readers will delight in adventures that include “To Rescue Tanelorn . . .,” “Master of Chaos,” “The Singing Citadel,” “The Black Blade’s Song,” and the novella version of “The Eternal Champion.” Elric: To Rescue Tanelorn is essential reading for every fantasy fan and provides indelible proof–if any was needed–of the genius of Michael Moorcock. “The most significant UK author of sword and sorcery, a form he has both borrowed from and transformed.” –The Encyclopedia of Fantasy From the Trade Paperback edition. read more

”I will admit I was lured into temptation during the twenties and thirties, and I blame no one for what happened then, l… ”I will admit I was lured into temptation during the twenties and thirties, and I blame no one for what happened then, least of all myself.” Unmistakably, this is the voice of Colonel Pyat, addict, inventor, and bizarre Everyman for the twentieth century. In Jerusalem Commands, the third of the Pyat quartet, our hero schemes and fantasises his way from New York to Hollywood, from Cairo to Marrakech, from cult success to the utter limits of sexual degradation, leaving a trail of mechanical and human wreckage in his wake as he crashes towards an inevitable appointment with the worst nightmare this century has to offer. It is Michael Moorcock’s extraordinary achievement to convert the life of Maxim Pyatnitski into epic and often hilariously comic adventure. Sustained by his dreams and profligate inventions, his determination to turn his back on the realities of his own origins, Pyat runs from crisis to crisis, every ruse a further link in a vast chain of deceit, suppression, betrayal. Yet, in his deranged self-deception, his monumentally distorted vision, this thoroughly unreliable narrator becomes a lens for focusing, through the dimensions of wild farce and chilling terror, on an uneasy brand of truth. read more

The Eternal Champion née John Daker embarks on another journey throughout the multiverse, seeking his freedom and his lo… The Eternal Champion née John Daker embarks on another journey throughout the multiverse, seeking his freedom and his love, in this final installment of Moorcock’s epic fantasy trilogy Trapped in a timeless existence, doomed to fight forever, John Daker is the Eternal Champion. Haunted by memories of too many battles waged during infinite lifetimes, he has taken Fate into his own hands. He searches for Ermizhad—and for the key that will free him from psychic captivity. On a dark ship piloted by a blind helmsman, the Eternal Champion must stand and fight the darkest battle in the history of the world . . . read more

Fantasy legend Michael Moorcock's heroes of the multiverse have been lauded as some of the most iconic characters of fan… Fantasy legend Michael Moorcock's heroes of the multiverse have been lauded as some of the most iconic characters of fantasy. Among them, Dorian Hawkmoon is one of the best loved. In an alternate far future, Hawkmoon is pulled unwillingly into a war against the armies of the Dark Empire. Antique cities, scientific sorcery, and crystalline machines serve as a backdrop to this high adventure. This omnibus collects The Sword of the Dawn and The Runestaff, two novels in Moorcock's acclaimed Hawkmoon series. The Sword of the Dawn Dorian Hawkmoon's quest to destroy the Dark Empire leads him onto the path of a man who possesses a rare ring that allows men to travel through time. Hawkmoon uses this ring to travel to the far future, where he must battle the Pirate Lords and claim the Great Sword of the Dawn, which can end the Dark Empire once and for all. The Runestaff Hawkmoon's mission leads him to Dnark, the home of the Runestaff. Now Hawkmoon must take up the Runestaff in a final effort to vanquish the Dark Empire of Grangretan. read more

Prince Corum has defeated the Chaos Lord Arioch. But any peace for him and his faithful Rhalina is brief. His actions ha… Prince Corum has defeated the Chaos Lord Arioch. But any peace for him and his faithful Rhalina is brief. His actions have evoked the murderous anger of Arioch’s sister, the dreaded Xiombarg. The Prince in the Scarlet Robe must continue his odyssey, face the terror of the Mabden armies, and challenge the might of the Queen of the Swords. Faced with immense powers of evil on all sides, only the legendary City of the Pyramid offers a glimmer of hope. But Corum must get there first, and along the way he will encounter horrifying creatures, strange forms of sorcery, and new planes of existence. read more

In the ancient Castle Erorn, Corum of the Scarlet Robe dwells in isolation and sorrow. He has out-lived his great love,… In the ancient Castle Erorn, Corum of the Scarlet Robe dwells in isolation and sorrow. He has out-lived his great love, Rhalina, and is tormented by voices in his dreams—a crowd of shadowy figures chanting his name. Unable to ignore their calls for help any longer, he will travel through eons of time to an age of tragedy, where the people of Tuha-na-Cremm Croich, descendants of Rhalina, are persecuted by the giant gods of the Cold Folk. A great black bull has the power needed to defeat the monsters of a new age. But to tame the bull, the Eternal Champion must travel to the fatally beautiful island of Hy-Breasail to find the invincible and magical Spear Bryionak... read more

The old races have perished. Across the fifteen planes of reality, the ceaseless struggle between Law and Chaos continue… The old races have perished. Across the fifteen planes of reality, the ceaseless struggle between Law and Chaos continues. Corum, the Prince in the Scarlet Robe, has destroyed two of the company of Chaos, but Mabelode the Faceless will not see his actions go unpunished. The Eternal Champion must call upon the power of other incarnations—Elric, and Erekosë—and travel to the last five planes to defeat the King of the Swords. At stake: not only the balance of forces at the crux of existence, but also a personal vendetta, since the captain of the enemy army is the same Mabden who slaughtered Corum’s family... read more

Spring has turned to summer, the hottest and most abundant summer ever remembered in the Mabden lands. But in the mists… Spring has turned to summer, the hottest and most abundant summer ever remembered in the Mabden lands. But in the mists lurks an insidious coldness—the icy presence of the Fhoi Myore. Despite being slowly decayed by the warmth of the world, these harbingers of death will stop at nothing to overwhelm the Earth. The High King of the Mabden, Amergin, must unite the race in the fight against the Fhoi Myore. But Amergin is in thrall to the dark magic of the Gods of Limbo. It falls to Corum of the Silver Hand to restore the rightful power of the High King with the miraculous forces of two legendary talismans: the Golden Oak and the Silver Ram... read more

There is a sword, forged by the master swordsmith Goffanon the Dwarf, imbued with powerfully magical properties. But thi… There is a sword, forged by the master swordsmith Goffanon the Dwarf, imbued with powerfully magical properties. But this magic can only be wielded by one man. And there is a stallion—a fierce animal that allows only those pure of heart to ride it. The only man worthy of taking up this sword, and climbing into this saddle, is Prince Corum—the Eternal Champion. The struggle for dominion between the races of good and evil is reaching an epic crescendo, and the formidable Gods of Limbo threaten to deliver unending Chaos to the world. Corum’s most desperate quest yet will see treachery, betrayal, wizards, dragons and brutal battle, all of which will decide the fate of the Earth, and of Corum himself. read more

A dazzling and brilliant fantasy from one of the true giants of the genre. The first book in the legendary Corum series… A dazzling and brilliant fantasy from one of the true giants of the genre. The first book in the legendary Corum series by Michael Moorcock! Corum is the last survivor of the Vadhagh race and an incarnation aspect of the Eternal Champion, a being that exists in all worlds to ensure there is "Cosmic Balance" read more

A wild desert crossing, a secret island paradise, a hidden underground civilization, plus London and Paris. The multiver… A wild desert crossing, a secret island paradise, a hidden underground civilization, plus London and Paris. The multiverse expands as pulp adventure mixes with unreal memoir in the second volume in The Sanctuary of the White Friars series. In the 1970s, Michael Moorcock, a writer of genre fiction, attempts to save his failing marriage by taking his wife and daughters to Paris. One night in a bar he is amazed to find himself drinking with heroes of story and history. The next day he awakens aboard a sailing ship, kidnapped into another reality by a French highwayman and the four Musketeers, who know Moorcock well from adventures in London's Alsacia...but that was another Moorcock, from another world. Soon after they reach Africa, the company is rescued from an ambush by Antara, a poet-adventurer who offers to lead them across the desert and through several realities to the estate of Lord and Lady Blackstone. The trip is full of wonders Moorcock has read, dreamed, or written: an underground civilization of nonhuman creatures; a magical oasis where the lion lies down with the lamb; a lush garden inhabited by miniature dinosaurs. They are pursued by the notorious Jacob Nixer, who also remembers the Alsacia and is determined to destroy Moorcock and his companions. The main narrative of The Woods of Arcady is punctuated by episodes from the story of the Blackstones and by spirited, freewheeling appearances by Captain Buggerly Otherly and his companions from the Second Ether. As readers move deeper into Moorcock's multiverse, it rises up on all sides, ready to astound. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. read more