{"product_id":"the-michael-moorcock-library-elric-the-making-of-a-sorcerer-9781787741560","title":"The Michael Moorcock Library: Elric: The Making of a Sorcerer","description":"\u003cb\u003eWitness the birth of a legend as the untold origin story of Elric and his epic ascension to the throne of Melniboné is finally revealed! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing one of the most beloved anti-hero characters in fantasy fiction. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis stunning epic saga reveals the untold origin story of the classic sword-and-sorcery character Elric and takes place immediately before the opening of the novel \u003ci\u003eElric of Melniboné.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt chronicles Elric's transformation from a spoilt, arrogant youth to the future legendary Prince of Melniboné, as he journeys through a series of dream quests to the dragon caves of Imrryr, and to realms undreamed of by man. There he must battle with giants and make peace with the leaders of other wordly kingdoms, whilst fighting off the evil intentions of his bitter eternal rival for the throne, his cousin Yyrkoon! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWitness the literal making of a sorcerer as Elric learns not only the ways of the warrior, but also how to protect his homeland with the power of his mighty magic and that of his sentient sword STORMBRINGER. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing truly extraordinary artwork from Walter Simonson, one of the true masters of comic book art. This stunning, full-color book features some of his best work ever, offering astonishing vistas and epic fights unlike anything you've ever seen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book will appeal to those looking for a more ROCK 'N' ROLL alternative to the worlds of Tolkien, with its emphasis on the corruptive allure of dark magic and its exploration of passion, love and lust.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in 1939, \u003cb\u003eMichael Moorcock\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning English writer of science fiction, literary fiction and fantasy as well as an editor and accomplished musician, having recorded with, among others, Hawkwind, Deep Fix and Blue Oyster Cult. Over his career Moorcock has created a literal pantheon of legendary characters, including Jerry Cornelius, Corum, and Erekos? while his most famous creation remains Elric of Melnibon?, who first appeared in the novella The Dreaming City published in 1961. Elric has gone on to appear in at least 12 books, as well as scores of comics \u0026amp; roleplaying games and has also been the inspiration of several albums and songs. Moorcock's editorial career began at the age of 17 editing Tarzan Adventures, and in 1964 he became the editor of New Worlds magazine where he spearheaded a 'New Wave' in science fiction. Although Moorcock did not coin the word 'multiverse', he was, however, the first sf author to adopt it as a concept, coincidentally at the same time as David Deutsch. The Many-Worlds theory was first described in fiction by H.G.Wells. Moorcock first described his more complex Multiverse in his 1963 novel, The Sundered Worlds. His version of the Multiverse has become the standard adopted in science fiction and fantasy as well as by certain physicists and mathematicians. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBorn in 1946, \u003cb\u003eWalt Simonson\u003c\/b\u003e is an American comic book writer and artist best known for his four-year run on Marvel Comics' \u003ci\u003eThor\u003c\/i\u003e, where he created fan favourite character Beta Ray Bill and for his creator owned series \u003ci\u003eStar Slamers\u003c\/i\u003e. He also worked on Marvel's \u003ci\u003eX-Factor, The Fantastic Four\u003c\/i\u003e as well as DC Comics' \u003ci\u003eDetective Comics, Manhunter, Metal Men. \u003c\/i\u003eDuring his long career, Walter has worked for every major comic book publisher from Dark Horse to Image and IDW. He also drew the legendary \u003ci\u003eAlien\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003ecomic adaptation. And since winning the 1973 Outstanding New Talent has gone on to win numerous awards culminating in the 2022 Inkwell Award.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Titan Comics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50899496272146,"sku":"9781787741560","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e27f2d5f-8e20-406a-9ff2-b141d13249df.jpg?v=1738358222","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-michael-moorcock-library-elric-the-making-of-a-sorcerer-9781787741560","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}