Figures of Earth
by James Branch Cabell
“The world wants to be deceived, and Manuel is more than happy to oblige.”
Witness the ascent of Manuel, a swineherd who abandons his pigs to sculpt a life of legend using nothing but his own stubborn desires and a clever tongue. This brilliantly satirical fantasy blends high adventure with biting wit as it explores the gap between a hero's reputation and the man beneath. It is a timeless, surreal journey for readers who like their magic served with a side of sharp philosophy.
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