Tales of the Dying Earth

100 best fantasy books. Hugo Award finalist. You are in for a dizzying atmosphere—a story of searches and passions in an aging world where our civilization and science have long been forgotten, and ancient magic is experiencing a new decline. Strange creatures live here, lost cities are waiting for their heroes, the foreboding of the end brings a sense of fragility and ignites a thirst for life. Across the Wasting Earth, evil is charming, and good is dangerous. Welcome to the last days!

“Jack Vance’s works continue to demonstrate imagination, originality, and style.” — George R. R. Martin

“Vance is virtually unmatched when it comes to creating complex, yet decadent worlds.” — Starlog

“‘The Dying Earth’ by Jack Vance is an incredibly beautiful diamond among the treasures of world fantasy literature. A majestic monument—an exquisite, singular thing.” — Fantlab

“Vance demonstrates his talent for creating exotic—and sometimes bizarre—cultures that look like an ironic commentary on the excesses and weaknesses of human society. The author’s archaic prose and dry humor won him passionate followers.” — Library Journal