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- Herausgeber: Black Cat Weekly
- Kategorie: Fantasy und Science-Fiction
- Sprache: Englisch
In the heart of Angor-lana, Sultan Schamas ad Din narrowly escapes an assassin's bullet, marking the beginning of a perilous game of power and vengeance. With enemies both within the city and in the mountains, the Sultan turns to his trusted wazir, Amru, and the crafty darvish, Ismeddin, to outmaneuver his foes.
As rebels drum their intent of revolt, Schamas ad Din plots a cunning retribution against his treacherous nephew, Maksoud, with the aid of ancient and mystical forces hidden within the ruins of Atlânaat.
Will the Sultan's clever schemes bring justice, or will the dark magic of the Lord of the World claim them all?
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024
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COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION, by Karl Wurf
A JEST AND A VENGEANCE, by E. Hoffmann Price
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Originally published in Weird Tales, September 1929.
Published by Black Cat Weekly.
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INTRODUCTION,by Karl Wurf
Edgar Hoffmann Price (1898-1988) was a versatile American writer known for his contributions to the pulp fiction magazines, particularly in the fantasy genre. With a career spanning six decades, Price’s work is characterized by its vivid imagination and rich, exotic settings. His storytelling was deeply influenced by his extensive travels and personal experiences, including his service in World War I and his time in the Middle East.
Price, often writing as E. Hoffmann Price, was a contemporary and friend of notable authors such as H.P. Lovecraft and Robert E. Howard. His collaborations and correspondences with these literary giants highlight his role in the development of early 20th-century speculative fiction. Price’s ability to weave intricate plots with elements of adventure, mysticism, and the supernatural made his stories compelling to a wide audience.
One of Price’s most famous works is The Devil Wives of Li Fong, a novel that showcases his talent for blending fantasy with cultural elements from the East. Notable short stories include “The Rajah’s Daughter” and “The Girl from Samarcand,” which further exhibit his skill in creating captivating, culturally rich narratives.
Price’s writing is marked by a unique blend of erudition and escapism, making his tales both intellectually stimulating and thrillingly entertaining. His contributions to magazines like Weird Tales solidified his reputation as a master of pulp fiction. For readers seeking adventures in fantastical realms filled with sorcery, ancient legends, and exotic locales, E. Hoffmann Price’s body of work offers a treasure trove of literary escapades. He also worked extensively in the “Spicy” magazines—writing titilating westerns, horror, and adventure stories—as well as for astrology magazines. However, it is for his fantasy work that he is best remembered.
Price’s legacy continues to influence modern fantasy writers, and his stories remain a testament to the enduring power of imaginative fiction. As you delve into his fantastical worlds, prepare to be transported to places where the ordinary rules of reality give way to the extraordinary and the mystical.
A JEST AND A VENGEANCE,by E. Hoffmann Price
A bullet flattened itself against the chiseled arabesques of the wall behind Sultan Schamas ad Din of Angor-lana, spattering him with bits of lead and splinters of marble.
“Maksoud is a notoriously wretched marksman,” observed the sultan as he fingered the leaden slug which Amru, his white-haired wazir, had retrieved from the tiled floor. “Still, with enough trials—”
The sultan thrust his cushions a sword’s length to the right, and moved just far enough to be secure against further rifle fire from the minaret of the neighboring mosque.
“With enough trials,” resumed Schamas ad Din, “Maksoud may not have to wait for the British Resident to find a pretext to depose me.”
“It might not have been the son of your brother,” suggested Amru, as he moved the fuming nargileh to the sultan’s new position, and offered him the carved jade stem. “There are several who have old grudges to settle.”
“Undoubtedly,” agreed the sultan. “But who else would fire from the mosque? And then miss such an easy mark!”
From afar came the throbbing of drums that muttered of revolt in the mountains.
