The Well at the World's EndThe youngest son of King Peter, leaves his family home to explore the world, meet new people, and discover the Well at the World’s End. It’s an unconventional hero’s journey that takes the protagonist on a life-changing adventure. King Peter has four sons, all of whom are eager to leave home. He allows three of them to travel the world but forces his youngest boy, Ralph, to stay. Despite his father’s ruling, Ralph sets out on his own adventure without his family’s blessing. While on the road, he encounters exciting and unusual characters, including the Lady of Abundance and the maiden Ursula. When he learns of the powerful Well at the World’s End, his journey takes a sudden and unexpected turn. The Well at the World’s End is full of distinct characters and vivid imagery. William Morris weaves a fantastical tale driven by curiosity and romance. This story is a standout within its genre and among Morris’ impressive catalog. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Well at the World’s End is both modern and readable. |
Contents
RALPH ENTERETH INTO THE BURG OF THE FOUR FRITHS | |
THE STREETS OF THE BURG OF THE FOUR FRITHS | |
WHAT RALPH HEARD OF THE MATTERS OF THE BURG OF THE FOUR FRITHS | |
HOW RALPH DEPARTED FROM THE BURG OF THE FOUR FRITHS | |
RALPH RIDETH THE WOOD PERILOUS AGAIN | |
RALPH COMETH TO THE HOUSE OF ABUNDANCE | |
OF RALPH IN THE CASTLE OF ABUNDANCE | |
RALPH READETH IN A BOOK CONCERNING THE WELL AT THE WORLDS | |
RALPH MEETETH A MAN IN THE WOOD | |
RALPH WEARETH AWAY THREE DAYS UNEASILY | |