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Name: Fifty-one tales
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Author: Lord Dunsany

Lord Dunsany’s *Fifty‑One Tales* assembles an essential collection of 51 fantasy short stories, handpicked by the author himself. The anthology presents a sweeping range of mythic visions, dream‑like narratives, and atmospheric thrillers that exemplify Dunsany’s pioneering influence on modern fantasy literature. Readers are invited to explore the imaginative depth of his work through this compact, yet expansive, volume, suitable for both new enthusiasts and long‑time fans of early twentieth‑century speculative fiction.

First publish date: 1915

Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies

Authors: Lord Dunsany

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