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*The Gods of Pegāna* is Lord Dunsany’s inaugural collection of short stories, presenting a vivid pantheon of deities who rule the world of Pegāna. The prose oscillates between biblical grandeur and playful simplicity, depicting gods frustrated with or indifferent to human concerns, often vindictively engaging with one another.
The tales, written in rhythmic, concise language, explore themes of existence, mortality, and belief through the often enigmatic and petty behavior of the gods, inviting readers to ponder the nature of divine influence in an intriguing, mythic setting.
As Dunsany’s first published work, the collection has been noted for its influence on later fantasy writers and remains a celebrated example of early 20th‑century English fantasy literature.
First publish date: 1905
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Lord Dunsany
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