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Two young Lunarians, daughter Lorlt and son Rorlt, live with their ancient father, Horlt, who is Master of the Kingdom of Zed, a domain on the near, Earth-visible, side of the Moon. They have just buried their mother, and have come to a crisis point in their lives: Lorlt has now grown up to the extent of expressing her wish for a lover, even though possibilities are few and far between in this sparsely populated territory. Then she mysteriously disappears, and Rorlt sets out to find her.He encounters, with his father, down a secret passage in their grand house, a tunnel that seems to descend to the heart of the Moon. At the base of the last slope they meet Oom, an ancient, rock-headed, Titan-like being with a booming voice. They discover that he has summoned them because Lorlt appears to have been kidnapped and possibly seduced by his son Yoom. Rorlt's intent pursuit of his sister gains urgency, and he belts back up the tunnel to start searching in earnest. His father is waylaid by Oom, who feels compelled to show him what he calls his Terrestrial Milestones, eleven tiny living and moving pieces of important antiquity which he has collected, and which he will send out also in quest of Lorlt and his son: a fragment of the tablet which contained the commandment against adultery, the heel-bone of Achilles, one of Nero's fiddle-strings, one of King Alfred's cakes, a spearhead which Boadicea fired, the core of the apple eaten by Adam in the Garden of Eden, and five others of equal significance.All these beings, animal, vegetable, and mineral, head out to the Mountains of the Moon, and in particular the ridge which separates the light and dark sides, to try to find Lorlt. The Moon's great philosopher Om, the gentle teacher Miss Os, the soul of a dreaming old Welsh woman who visits regularly, and a shining being who claims to be the son of the Moon herself, all get caught up in the search, and have highly individual discussions about what is important in life. As Rorlt's search for his sister reaches its culmination on the ridge, his own future is unlocked in a surprising and unexpected twist.With endearing eccentric joy and great pertness, John Cowper Powys continues in The Mountains of the Moon his late-life project of short works investigating life's philosophic underpinnings through the mode of untrammelled fantasy. With slyly veiled Freudian references and contrasting extreme directness, he weaves a crazy story of distinctive fluidity, married with extraordinary original vision.

This collection of poetry by John Cowper Powys is both haunting and enchanting. His use of vivid language and imagery creates a sense of otherworldliness that transports readers to a dreamlike state. These poems touch on themes of nature, mortality, and the human experience. Fans of romantic poetry and the supernatural will not want to miss this work.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Samphire is a novel by John Cowper Powys. It tells the story of two families living in a small seaside town in England and explores the themes of love, desire, and the search for meaning in life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Essays on Emily Bronte and Henry James is a collection of critical essays written by John Cowper Powys, a British philosopher, novelist, and literary critic. The book focuses on the works of two prominent writers, Emily Bronte and Henry James, and provides insightful analysis and commentary on their literary achievements.The first section of the book is dedicated to Emily Bronte, and includes essays on her most famous work, Wuthering Heights. Powys explores the themes of love, passion, and revenge in the novel, as well as the character of Heathcliff and his relationship with Catherine. He also delves into Bronte's life and the influences that shaped her writing.The second section of the book is devoted to Henry James, and includes essays on his novels The Portrait of a Lady and The Golden Bowl. Powys examines James's use of language and symbolism, as well as his exploration of the complexities of human relationships. He also discusses James's views on art and aesthetics, and how they are reflected in his writing.Overall, Essays on Emily Bronte and Henry James provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the works of two of the most important writers of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Powys's writing is engaging and thought-provoking, making this book a valuable resource for literary scholars and enthusiasts alike.This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

First published in 1929, John Cowper Powys's novel of Eros and ideas was compared with works by Shakespeare, Thomas Hardy, and D.H. Lawrence. Wolf Solent remains wholly unrivaled in its deft and risky balance of mysticism and social comedy, ecstatic contemplation of nature and unblinking observation of human folly and desire. Forsaking London for Ramsgard, Wolf Solent discovers a world of pagan splendor and medieval insularity, riddled by ancient scandals and resentments. And there this poetic young man meets two women-the sensuous beauty Gerda and the ethereal gamine Christie-who will become the sharers of his body and soul. "A novelist of great, cumulative force and lyrical intensity. . . . Out of his rhapsodic style and keen attentiveness to nature, he builds a tower of prose to match the firmament."-Washington Post Book World

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A collection of insightful and thought-provoking essays on great works of literature. Explore the themes and meanings of great works of the past through the lens of a gifted literary critic.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Visions and Revisions: A Book of Literary Devotions is a collection of essays by John Cowper Powys, originally published in 1915. The book features a series of reflections on various literary works, including those of Shakespeare, Dante, and Goethe, as well as lesser-known writers such as William Blake and Thomas Traherne. Powys approaches his subjects with a deep sense of reverence and admiration, exploring the themes and ideas that emerge from their writing. He also shares insights into his own personal experiences and beliefs, weaving them into his analyses of the texts. The result is a rich and thought-provoking book that offers readers a unique perspective on some of the most enduring works of literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.

This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.