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Elric of Melniboné

Michael Moorcock
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Elric of Melniboné

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2001

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Michael Moorcock

Elric of Melniboné

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

704

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Narrative Poem
Setting

Melniboné • Fantasy World

Topic
Sports
Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Elric of Melniboné by Michael Moorcock introduces readers to Elric, an introspective and physically frail individual from the ancient dragon-ruled island of Melniboné. Serving as the realm's emperor, Elric relies on sorcery and a sentient sword, Stormbringer, for power. The narrative explores themes of fate, identity, and the struggle between order and chaos in a fantasy setting.

Mysterious

Dark

Fantastical

Melancholic

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.3

911 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elric of Melniboné by Michael Moorcock is lauded for its dark and rich narrative, introducing a complex anti-hero in Elric. The novel's world-building and philosophical depth receive praise, though its dense prose can be challenging for some readers. While the story's melancholic tone engages many, others find it overly bleak. Overall, it remains a seminal work in fantasy literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Elric of Melniboné?

Fans of complex anti-heroes and dark, intricate fantasy will enjoy Elric of Melniboné by Michael Moorcock. Readers who appreciate the morally ambiguous characters of A Song of Ice and Fire or the epic scale of The Lord of the Rings will find this tale of a conflicted sorcerer gripping.

4.3

911 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

704

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Narrative Poem
Setting

Melniboné • Fantasy World

Topic
Sports
Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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