Daughter of Regals and Other Tales

Stephen R. Donaldson

Fantasy Epic Fantasy High Fantasy Short Stories
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Cover: Michael Whelan.

Balrog Award 1985.

The creator of Thomas Covenant adds eight new wonders to the world.

In his first collection of short fiction, the bestselling author of White Gold Wielder presents eight superb stories, including "Gilden-Fire," the famous "outtake" from Illearth War, and two brand new novellas written especially for this edition. Enter a world of mystics and unicorns, angels and kings – all realized with the same dazzling style and imagination that has made Stephen R. Donaldson a modern master of the fantasy genre.

Daughter of Regals is a fantasy novella concerning a unique royal line and an unusual conception of magic.

The Conqueror Worm is a deliciously creepy "horror" piece in which havoc is wreaked by one lowly centipede.

Ser Visal's Tale begins as a simple story told over several flagons of wine at the local inn, this novella ends with a surprising twist.

Gilden-Fire is the famous chapter about Korik of the Bloodguard and his mission to Seareach that was part of the original manuscript of The Illearth War, but omitted from the published version.

Contents:

  • Introduction
  • Daughter of Regals (1984)
  • Gilden-Fire (1981)
  • Mythological Beast (1979)
  • The Lady in White (1978)
  • Animal Lover (1978)
  • Unworthy of the Angel (1983)
  • The Conqueror Worm (1983)
  • Ser Visal’s Tale (1984)
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1984
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Stephen R. Donaldson

Stephen R. Donaldson is a name that resonates with fantasy lovers around the world, known for his intricate world-building, complex characters, and deep philosophical themes. With a career spanning decades, Donaldson has carved a niche for himself as a master of high fantasy that challenges the genre’s conventions, delving into the darker corners of human nature and the consequences of power, morality, and fate. Born in 1947 in the United States, Donaldson’s early life was marked by a love of literature, particularly the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, which would go on to influence his own creations. Yet, while Tolkien’s Middle-earth set the stage…