The wood beyond the world
About this book
William Morris is famous in no small part for his contributions to defining the genre of modern fantasy literature, and The Wood Beyond the World is a classic example of that influence. Written in a purposefully-antiquated prose style reminiscent of Sir Thomas Malory or other aged fairy tales, The Wood Beyond the World can be difficult for some readers; but those who follow through will enjoy a charming and influential series of picaresque adventures. The book follows Golden Walter, a man leaving home who finds himself swept away to an enchanted land. He encounters a fair maiden who is trapped by an enchantress and her consort. Walter must, like all good heroes, save the maiden and see if they can make it to happily ever after.
Reader Profile
3.5/5 · 2317 readers · 111 pages · ≈ 2 h 03 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The wood beyond the world?
About ≈ 2 h 03 m — 111 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The wood beyond the world?
111 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The wood beyond the world?
It sits on the Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction shelves.
Is The wood beyond the world in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who wrote The wood beyond the world?
William Morris.
Where can I read The wood beyond the world online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library