The Dying Earth

Book • 1950
The Dying Earth is a seminal work in the science fantasy genre, first published in 1950.

It is set in a far future where the sun is dimming, casting Earth into a twilight era populated by magic and remnants of high technology.

The stories follow characters like Turjan of Miir and Cugel the Clever as they navigate a world filled with ancient ruins, mysterious technologies, and bizarre life forms.

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