Smoke and Mirrors by Neil Gaiman is a captivating collection of short fiction that showcases the master storyteller's extraordinary range and imagination. This anthology brings together tales of wonder, horror, and the uncanny, each one a perfectly crafted gem that lingers in the mind long after reading.
From the chilling "Snow, Glass, Apples"—a dark retelling of Snow White—to the haunting "Chivalry," where an elderly woman finds the Holy Grail in a charity shop, Gaiman weaves stories that blur the boundaries between reality and fantasy. The collection includes the award-winning "The Price," a tale of a mysterious black cat and the sacrifices made for love, as well as poems and reflections on the art of storytelling itself.
Each story is introduced by Gaiman with personal anecdotes about its creation, offering readers insight into his creative process and the inspirations behind these diverse tales. Whether exploring mythology, fairy tales, or the strangeness lurking in everyday life, Gaiman's prose is lyrical, darkly humorous, and deeply imaginative. Perfect for fans of literary fantasy, short fiction, and readers who appreciate stories that challenge expectations and reveal the magic hidden in the mundane.
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