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When the mana that animates the universe is depleted by selfish magicians, the very fabric of magic begins to unravel. In this satirical adventure, Larry Niven follows Orolandes—a weary, half‑sword‑armed hero—as he sets out across a crumbling world in search of the vanished source of power. Without divine guardians, mythical creatures, or the spark of enchantment, the balance between wonder and decay teeters, leaving humanity to confront a future dominated by ordinary clay and steel.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Larry Niven
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