A Night in the Lonesome October by Roger Zelazny

Its deft, understated good humor and spare, poetic prose reaffirm Zelazny as one of fantasy’s most skilled practitioners. “A cheerful, witty, well-crafted fantasy. Zelazny’s best for ages, perhaps his best ever.” Kirkus Reviews And I’m not sure anyone else could have made it work.” Science Fiction Chronicle There aren’t many authors who would set out to write a novel in which the Wolfman and Jack the Ripper were the two heroes. “A madcap blend of horror tropes and fantasy.

“The last great novel by one of the giants of the genre.” George R.R. “An absolute gem – how can you not to like something written from the perspective of Jack the Ripper’s super-intelligent dog?! An outstanding example of truly original fiction.” “ A geek fest extraordinaire with huge wit, warmth and intelligence.” this book is unique the premise, Zelazny’s writing and the atmosphere conjured up are something very special indeed.” Praise for A Night in the Lonesome October: And now the dread night approaches – so let the Game begin. And all manner of Players, both human and undead, are preparing to participate. For soon after the death of the moon, black magic will summon the Elder Gods back into the world. Collection inlibrary printdisabled internetarchivebooks china Digitizing sponsor Internet Archive Contributor Internet Archive Language English 'An AvoNova book. ill Publication date 1993 Topics Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir, 1859-1930 Publisher New York : William Morrow and Co. In the murky London gloom, a knife-wielding gentleman named Jack prowls the midnight streets with his faithful watchdog Snuff – gathering together the grisly ingredients they will need for an upcoming ancient and unearthly rite. A night in the lonesome October by Zelazny, Roger Wilson, Gahan.

“One of Zelazny’s most delightful books: Jack the Ripper’s dog Snuff narrates a mad game of teams to cause or prevent armageddon.” NEIL GAIMAN

A Night in the Lonesome October by Roger Zelazny