The Well At The World's End (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161480733)

The Well At The World's End is a novel written by William Morris, first published in 1896. It is a fantasy tale set in a medieval world, following the journey of Ralph of Upmeads, a young man who sets out on a quest to find the fabled Well at the World's End. The well is said to possess magical powers that can grant eternal youth and immortality to those who drink from it.Ralph's journey takes him through various kingdoms and lands, encountering different peoples and creatures along the way. He faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including battles with enemies and treacherous terrain, but he perseveres in his quest. Along the way, he falls in love with a woman named Ursula, who joins him on his journey.As Ralph and Ursula get closer to their destination, they encounter the mysterious Lady of Abundance, who reveals the true nature of the Well at the World's End. They must then decide whether to drink from the well and gain immortality or to continue on their journey and face the uncertain future.The Well At The World's End is a classic work of fantasy literature that explores themes of adventure, love, and the pursuit of immortality. It is known for its vivid descriptions of the medieval world and its colorful characters, and it has influenced many subsequent works of fantasy fiction.Long ago there was a little land, over which ruled a regulus or kinglet, who was called King Peter, though his kingdom was but little.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.

Author: William Morris
ISBN-10: 1161480730
ISBN-13: 9781161480733
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 480
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.30lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.06d