Hyperborea (Magill’s Guide to Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature)
At a glance:
- Author: Clark Ashton Smith
- First Published: 1971
- Type of Work: Stories
- Type of Plot: Fantasy—magical world
- Time of Work: About 15 million years ago
- Setting: Hyperborea
- Genres: Short fiction, Fantasy
- Subjects: Magic or magicians, Future, Other worlds, Polar regions
- Locales: Mythical lands
The Plot
In “The Tale of Satampra Zeiros” (1931), two thieves, unwisely undaunted by the evil reputation of a certain ruined city, attempt to plunder a shrine erected to the dark god Tsathoggua. The protagonist escapes, though badly maimed, after seeing his companion horribly killed.
In “The Door to Saturn” (1932), the priest Morghi pursues the sorcerer Eibon through a doorway to another world. The two adversaries are forced to combine forces in order to survive in a wilderness of wonders until they find a place to settle.
“The Testament of Athammaus”...
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