The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth
The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth
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Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2005512
Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
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Fantasy•
Science FictionVenus • Future
2005
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In "The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth," Roger Zelazny presents a person navigating the challenges of an alien ocean on Venus. The narrative follows their attempt to catch a giant sea creature, blending adventure and futuristic exploration. The story explores themes of ambition and the limits of human capability in alien environments.
Mysterious
Adventurous
Dark
Fantastical
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The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth by Roger Zelazny is praised for its imaginative storytelling and rich prose, merging science fiction with mythological elements. Critics commend Zelazny's vivid world-building and character depth. Some find the narrative's complexity challenging, and pacing uneven at times. Overall, it remains a celebrated work for its creativity and literary style.
Who Should Read The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth?
Readers who enjoy The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth by Roger Zelazny often appreciate speculative fiction blending fantasy and science fiction. Fans of Ray Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles or Philip K. Dick's Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? will likely find Zelazny's imaginative storytelling and rich world-building compelling.
3,983 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth won the 1966 Nebula Award for Best Novelette, highlighting Roger Zelazny's significant impact on the science fiction genre.
The title of the story is inspired by the biblical description of the Leviathan in the Book of Job, showcasing Zelazny's penchant for incorporating literary and mythological references into his work.
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Roger Zelazny's work, including this story, is noted for its unique narrative style that blends rich, poetic language with science fiction themes, earning him a devoted readership.
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Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
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Fantasy•
Science FictionVenus • Future
2005
Adult
18+ years
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