The Essential Peter S. Beagle, Volume 2: Oakland Dragon Blues and Other Stories

by Beagle, Peter S.
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ISBN: 9781616963903
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The essential second volume of bestselling author Peter S. Beagle's (The Last Unicorn) short stories demonstrates why he is one of America's most influential fantasists. With his celebrated versatility, humor, and grace, Beagle is at home in a dazzling variety of subgenres. Evoking comparison to such iconic authors as Twain, Tolkien, Carroll, L'Engle and Vonnegut, this career retrospective celebrates Beagle's mastery of the short-story form.

"For over forty years, Peter S. Beagle has been the gold standard of fantasy."
--Neil Gaiman, author of American Gods and The Sandman

  • A dilapidated dragon, a frustrated cop, and an unapologetic author square off over a dangerously abandoned narrative
  • The seemingly perfect addition to a weekly card game hides a dark secret from everyone but her teammate
  • A deeply respected judge meets his match in Snow Ermine, a beautiful pickpocket

    • From heartbreaking to humorous, these carefully curated stories by Peter S. Beagle show the depth and power of his incomparable prose and storytelling. Featuring an original introduction from Meg Elison (Find Layla) and gorgeous illustrations from Stephanie Pui-Mun Law (Shadowscapes), this elegant collection is a must-have for any fan of classic fantasy and literary fiction.
    • Format: Hardcover
    • Author: Beagle, Peter S.
    • ISBN: 9781616963903
    • Condition: New
    • Number Of Pages: 352
    • Publication Year: 2023
    Language: English

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