The Worm Ouroboros
The Worm Ouroboros
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Mercury • Fantasy World
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Worm Ouroboros by E.R. Eddison is a high fantasy novel set on the planet Mercury. It follows the struggles between the aristocratic Demons of Demonland and their rivals from Witchland. Filled with chivalric adventure, the narrative explores themes of heroism and rivalry, utilizing Elizabethan language to craft a richly imaginative world.
Fantastical
Adventurous
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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The Worm Ouroboros by E.R. Eddison is praised for its rich, archaic language and imaginative world-building, evoking epic mythologies. Readers appreciate its complex characters and vivid descriptions. However, some find the prose challenging, potentially hindering engagement. Overall, it is a celebrated work for those interested in elaborate, classic fantasy literature.
Who Should Read The Worm Ouroboros?
A reader who enjoys epic fantasy with rich language and classic adventure narratives would be captivated by The Worm Ouroboros by E.R. Eddison. Fans of Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings or Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia will appreciate its intricate world-building and mythic themes.
5,262 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Mercury • Fantasy World
2006
Adult
18+ years
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