"The Hollow Land" by William Morris is a fantasy story set in a world of longing and conflict; it follows a nobleman named Florian de Liliis as his life becomes mixed-up with the vengeful Queen Swanhilda. After terrible events linked to Swanhilda's betrayal, Florian starts a journey to the Hollow Land, a paradise where he hopes to reconnect with lost love and discover peace. On his journey, Florian struggles with ideas of what is fair and right, especially concerning his brother, Amald, and the effects of their fierce actions. The story ends with a touching study of love, loss, and the search for a way to make up for past wrongs in a world full of beauty and terror.
The Hollow Land
By William Morris
In a world of treachery and longing, a nobleman journeys to a mythical land, seeking lost love and redemption amidst conflict.
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About the AuthorWilliam Morris was an English textile designer, poet, artist, writer, and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts movement. He was a major contributor to the revival of traditional British textile arts and methods of production. His literary contributions helped to establish the modern fantasy genre, while he helped win acceptance of socialism in fin de siècle Great Britain.
William Morris was an English textile designer, poet, artist, writer, and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts movement. He was a major contributor to the revival of traditional British textile arts and methods of production. His literary contributions helped to establish the modern fantasy genre, while he helped win acceptance of socialism in fin de siècle Great Britain.
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