Stories From The Earthly Paradise (1907)

""Stories from The Earthly Paradise"" is a collection of 24 short stories written by the renowned English author, poet, and designer, William Morris. The book was first published in 1907 and is considered to be one of Morris's most significant works. The stories in this collection are inspired by ancient myths and legends from various cultures and civilizations, such as Greek, Norse, and Middle Eastern. Morris reimagines these tales in his own unique style, infusing them with his distinct poetic voice and romantic sensibility. The stories are set in a mythical land called The Earthly Paradise, where the characters embark on epic journeys, encounter magical creatures, and face moral dilemmas. The themes explored in the book include love, death, nature, and the human condition. Morris's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions, rich imagery, and a lyrical quality that transports the reader to a fantastical world. The book is also notable for its beautiful illustrations, which were designed by Morris himself. Overall, ""Stories from The Earthly Paradise"" is a timeless masterpiece of literature that continues to captivate readers with its enchanting stories and poetic prose.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.