An unsuspecting traveler finds himself in a manor with the most unusual mirrors; a murdered florist is avenged by her most trusted companions; in an African village, rumor tells of a river bride; traffic comes to a halt for the practice known as "necklacing;" a desperate writer makes a bargain with his muse and discovers what it means to live for ones art. The common thread weaving through each of these narrative poems is a breathtaking exploration of the human condition. Combining the very best elements of the short story ...
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An unsuspecting traveler finds himself in a manor with the most unusual mirrors; a murdered florist is avenged by her most trusted companions; in an African village, rumor tells of a river bride; traffic comes to a halt for the practice known as "necklacing;" a desperate writer makes a bargain with his muse and discovers what it means to live for ones art. The common thread weaving through each of these narrative poems is a breathtaking exploration of the human condition. Combining the very best elements of the short story and poetry genres, spanning from medieval times through the present day, these poetic stories are a balanced combination of original fantasy tales and social commentary. With themes ranging from the eerie to the humorous and topics such as child neglect, these fast-paced stories of life, death, and everything in-between are sure to take you on an unforgettable journey to other worlds. As entertaining as it is thought provoking, "Tales of Fantasy and Reality" is a riveting, insightful, and altogether arresting compilation.
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Add this copy of Tales of Fantasy and Reality to cart. $36.69, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2012 by CreateSpace Independent Publis.