Thomas the Rhymer by Ellen Kushner
"Thomas the Rhymer" is a novel by Ellen Kushner that tells the story of a young man named Thomas who is taken to the fairy realm by the Queen of Elfland. There, he is gifted with the power of prophecy and returns to the mortal world to become a renowned poet and seer. However, his supernatural abilities come with a price, and Thomas must navigate the dangerous politics of both the fairy and human realms while trying to fulfill his destiny. The novel is a blend of historical fiction, fantasy, and romance, and explores themes of love, power, and the consequences of making deals with the supernatural.
The 9440th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 256
- Words
- 95,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Mythopoeic Awards (The Mythopoeic Awards)
- World Fantasy Award—Novel (World Fantasy Awards)