
Transcriber's Note:
INTRODUCTION - I
II
III
IV
V
THE GODS OF THE MOUNTAIN - ACT I - SCENE: The East. Outside a city wall; three beggars seated on the ground.
THE FIRST ACT OF KING ARGIMENES AND THE UNKNOWN WARRIOR
THE FALL OF BABBULKUND
THE SPHINX AT GIZEH
A richly curated anthology brings listeners into the luminous world of Lord Dunsany, where mythic landscapes unfold with a gentle, almost musical prose. The selections capture his signature blend of wistful romance and subtle irony, offering glimpses of enchanted realms that feel both timeless and oddly contemporary. From moon‑lit hills to quiet villages, each piece invites the imagination to linger on the delicate border between the ordinary and the fantastical.
The collection also reflects the author’s deep affection for Irish cultural currents, echoing the lyrical cadence of poetry that once floated through Dublin’s streets. Listeners will hear a voice that balances grand, sweeping visions with intimate, human moments, allowing the stories to resonate long after the final line. It’s a perfect entry point for anyone curious about the origins of modern fantasy and the poetic spirit that shaped it.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (127K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Oct 7, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1878–1957
A pioneer of modern fantasy, this Anglo-Irish writer opened doors to dreamlike kingdoms, strange gods, and quietly unsettling adventures. His stories and plays helped shape the imaginative tradition later followed by writers such as H. P. Lovecraft and J. R. R. Tolkien.
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