The Pastel City by M. John Harrison
In a distant future where the remnants of a once-great civilization linger, a conflict arises in the city of Viriconium as it faces the threat of invasion by the barbaric Northmen. The story follows Lord tegeus-Cromis, a poet and swordsman, who is reluctantly drawn back into the world of warfare to defend his home. As ancient technologies and mysterious forces come into play, tegeus-Cromis and his companions must navigate a landscape filled with both beauty and decay, confronting their own pasts and the enigmatic powers that shape their world. The narrative weaves together themes of memory, identity, and the cyclical nature of history in a richly imagined setting.
The 6418th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1971
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- English
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