Prose Romances From The Oxford And Cambridge Magazine (1856)

Prose Romances from the Oxford and Cambridge Magazine (1856)

by William Morris

This collection of short stories, originally published in the *Oxford and Cambridge Magazine* in 1856, showcases William Morris's early explorations of the fantasy genre. Written during his student years at Oxford, these tales offer a glimpse into the burgeoning imagination of a literary giant. The stories, often featuring themes of love, adventure, and the supernatural, demonstrate Morris's nascent talent for weaving intricate narratives and creating captivating worlds.

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William Morris was a British textile designer, poet, artist, novelist, translator and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts Movement. He was a major contributor to t...

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