Rediscover a cornerstone of fantasy literature with this faithful reproduction of the 1903 complete edition of Richard Garnett's The Twilight of the Gods and Other Tales. A classic in the genre, this volume gathers all the original stories from Garnett's celebrated collection-tales that draw from a dazzling array of sources, from Arabic legends and Chinese fairy tales to Roman history and Greek mythology, brought to life with wit, irony, and imagination. This edition features an introduction by the renowned T. E. Lawrence, in which the legendary "Lawrence of Arabia" reflects on Garnett's genius and the British Museum Reading Room, where Garnett once presided. Also included is a new biographical essay illuminating Garnett's remarkable career as a writer, translator, and librarian. This definitive edition invites longtime admirers and new readers to experience the full magic of Garnett's timeless tales.

RICHARD GARNETT (1835-1906) was a distinguished English writer, poet, and librarian, celebrated for his influential role at the British Museum and his pioneering contributions to library science. Renowned for his translations, biographies, and the classic story collection The Twilight of the Gods and Other Tales, Garnett's works are marked by wit, irony, and deep literary insight. His legacy endures through his literary family and his impact on Victorian intellectual life.