Most Popular Books by Peter S Beagle

Peter S Beagle is the author of The Story of Kao Yu (2016), A Fine and Private Place (2003), The Essential Peter S. Beagle, Volume 1: Lila the Werewolf and Other Stories (2023), The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2017 (2017), The Essential Peter S. Beagle, Volume 2: Oakland Dragon Blues and Other Stories (2023).

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The Story of Kao Yu

release date: Nov 30, 2016
The Story of Kao Yu
"The Story of Kao Yu” is a fantasy short story by the legendary author Peter S. Beagle which tells of an aging judge traveling through rural China and of a criminal he encounters. Of the story, Beagle says it “comes out of a lifelong fascination with Asian legendry — Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indian, Indonesian — all drawn from cultures where storytelling, in one form of another, remains a living art. As a young writer I loved everything from Robert van Gulik''s Judge Dee mysteries to Lafcadio Hearn''s translations of Japanese fairytales and many lesser-known fantasies. Like my story ‘The Tale of Junko and Sayuri,’ ‘The Story of Kao Yu’ is a respectful imitation of an ancient style, and never pretends to be anything else. But I wrote it with great care and love, and I''m still proud of it.“ At the Publisher''s request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

A Fine and Private Place

release date: Jan 01, 2003
A Fine and Private Place
A Fine and Private Place centers on the insular world of Jonathan Rebeck, who, following the failure of his business, rejected his place in society in order to live for twenty years within the quiet of a Bronx cemetery. With only a sardonic raven and a pair of increasingly regretful ghosts as companions. Rebeck has forgotten what life is really about. That is until a lonely widow visits the mausoleum where her late husband - and Rebeck - reside, giving the reclusive Rebeck the courage to perform the most magnanimous gesture of his misspent life.

The Essential Peter S. Beagle, Volume 1: Lila the Werewolf and Other Stories

release date: Apr 25, 2023
The Essential Peter S. Beagle, Volume 1: Lila the Werewolf and Other Stories
The essential first volume of bestselling author Peter S. Beagle''s (The Last Unicorn) short stories demonstrates why he is one of America''s most influential fantasists. With his celebrated versatility, humor, and grace, Beagle is at home in a dazzling variety of subgenres. Evoking comparison to such iconic authors as Twain, Tolkien, Carroll, L''Engle, and Vonnegut, this career retrospective celebrates Beagle''s mastery of the short-story form. "For over forty years, Peter S. Beagle has been the gold standard of fantasy." --Neil Gaiman, author of American Gods and The Sandman An unlikely friendship based on philosophy develops between an aging academic and a mythological beast. A mysterious, beautiful attendee who attends a ball thrown in her honor chooses whether or not to become mortal. A dysfunctional relationship is not improved by the consequences of lycanthropy. One very brave young mouse questions his identity and redefines feline wiles. From heartbreaking to humorous, these carefully curated stories by Peter S. Beagle show the depth and power of his incomparable prose and storytelling. Featuring an original introduction from Jane Yolen (Owl Moon) and gorgeous illustrations from Stephanie Pui-Mun Law (Shadowscapes), this elegant collection is a must-have for any fan of classic fantasy.

The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2017

release date: Oct 03, 2017
The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2017
Stories by N.K. Jemisin, Dale Bailey, Peter S. Beagle, and more: “Showcases the nuanced, playful, ever-expanding definitions of the genre.” —TheWashington Post Science fiction and fantasy can encompass so much, from far-future deep-space sagas to quiet contemporary tales to unreal kingdoms and beasts. But what the best of these stories do is the same across the genres—they illuminate the whole gamut of the human experience, interrogating our hopes and our fears. With a diverse selection of stories from major award winners, bestsellers, and rising stars, chosen by series editor John Joseph Adams and guest editor Charles Yu, The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2017 continues to explore the ever- changing world of SFF today, with Yu bringing his unique view—literary, meta, and adventurous—to the series’ third edition. “Superb…This mostly dystopic, sometimes darkly humorous collection of 20 hard-hitting stories feels timely, confronting contemporary cultural crises.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

The Essential Peter S. Beagle, Volume 2: Oakland Dragon Blues and Other Stories

release date: May 02, 2023
The Essential Peter S. Beagle, Volume 2: Oakland Dragon Blues and Other Stories
The essential second volume of bestselling author Peter S. Beagle''s (The Last Unicorn) short stories, including one previously unpublished and four uncollected stories, shows again that Beagle is one of America''s most influential fantasists. With his celebrated versatility, humor, and grace, Beagle is at home in a dazzling variety of subgenres. Evoking comparison to such iconic authors as Twain, Tolkien, Carroll, L''Engle, and Vonnegut, this career retrospective celebrates Beagle''s mastery of the short-story form. "Peter S. Beagle is one of my favorite authors." --Patrick Rothfuss, author of The Name of the Wind A dilapidated dragon, a frustrated cop, and an unapologetic author square off over a dangerously abandoned narrative. The seemingly perfect addition to a weekly card game hides a dark secret from everyone but her teammate. A deeply respected judge meets his match in Snow Ermine, a gorgeous pickpocket. From heartbreaking to humorous, these carefully curated stories by Peter S. Beagle show the depth and power of his incomparable prose and storytelling. Featuring a newly published story, "The Mantichora," an original introduction from Meg Elison (Find Layla), and gorgeous illustrations from Stephanie Pui-Mun Law (Shadowscapes), this elegant collection is a must-have for any fan of classic fantasy.

Der Weg nach Hause

release date: Apr 22, 2023
Der Weg nach Hause
Die meisterhafte Fortsetzung des Klassikers »Das letzte Einhorn« Sooz'' 17. Geburtstag steht bevor. All die Jahre hat sie nicht vergessen, was Molly Grue ihr einst aufgetragen hat: Sie muss nur eine bestimmte Melodie an ihrem Geburtstag pfeifen und dann wird sie eine bedeutsame Begegnung erleben... Aber wer ist die Frau, die ihr erscheint? Das Rätsel führt sie in ein fremdes Land. Das Land der Geträumten, das Land der Elfen und der kleinen Leute, ist gefährlich und voller Täuschung, nichts ist hier, wie es scheint. Und genau hier will Sooz ihre verschwundene Schwester Yelena finden und befreien. Wird es ihr aber auch gelingen selbst wieder heimzukehren oder ist sie für immer verloren? Die Leserinnen und Leser erwartet in diesem Band auch die dramatische Vorgeschichte »Zwei Herzen«: Das Dorf, in dem die kleine Sooz und ihre Familie leben, wird von einem gefährlichen Greifen angegriffen. Da macht sich das furchtlose Mädchen auf, um König Lír um Hilfe zu bitten. Und dann erscheint tatsächlich das letzte Einhorn! »Peter S. Beagle ist ein wunderbarer Schriftsteller, ein feiner Mensch und ein Räuberprinz, der die Herzen der Leser stehlen will.« Tad Williams

Das letzte Einhorn

release date: Apr 22, 2023
Das letzte Einhorn
»Das letzte Einhorn ist das beste Buch, das ich je gelesen habe.« Patrick Rothfuss Längst gehört »Das letzte Einhorn« zum Kanon der Weltliteratur für Leserinnen und Leser jeder Altersklasse und es hat bis heute nichts von seiner Faszination verloren. Unzählige Fans hat dieses Buch an die Fantasy herangeführt. Eine einzigartige Geschichte über Freiheit und ihre Bedrohung, am Beispiel eines aussterbenden Fabelwesens. Das Einhorn lebte in einem fliederfarbenen Wald, und es lebte ganz allein. Eines Tages wagte es sich aus der Sicherheit des verwunschenen Waldes hinaus auf die Suche nach anderen seiner Art. Zusammen mit dem wenig talentierten Zauberer Schmendrick und der unbeugsamen Molly Grue, lernt das Einhorn die Freuden und Leiden des Lebens und der Liebe kennen, bevor es im Schloss eines verzagten Monarchen seinem Schicksal begegnet - und dem Wesen, das seine Art in den Untergang treiben will... In kaum einem anderen Buch drückt sich so sehr die Sehnsucht nach Freiheit und die Sehnsucht nach einer immerwährenden Natur und Schönheit aus wie in "Das letzte Einhorn". »Das helle Funkeln der Hörner. Wie regenbogenschimmernde Masten auf silbernen Schiffen kamen die Hörner aus dem Meer geritten. Jede Woge trug Hunderte heran, sie bäumten sich auf und stampften und bogen ihre langen wolkigen Hälse weit zurück.«

The First Last Unicorn and Other Beginnings

release date: Feb 09, 2016
The First Last Unicorn and Other Beginnings
Featuring previously unpublished and uncollected treasures from a much-beloved fantasy icon, this lovingly curated collection is a hoard of riches and surprises. A romp through the filing cabinet of Beagle''s imagination, it is an unexpected glimpse into the curios, curiosities, and capstones of his later fiction.

最後的獨角獸【暢銷全球55年,心靈冒險奇幻經典】

release date: Apr 01, 2023
最後的獨角獸【暢銷全球55年,心靈冒險奇幻經典】
這是一場關於獨角獸的冒險, 也是獻給每個純真心靈的蛻變之書。 《最後的獨角獸》是暢銷55年、你一生必讀的傳奇經典,作者彼得.畢格是和托爾金齊名的當代奇幻小說大師,彼得曾獲得「世界奇幻獎」終身成就獎、美國科幻奇幻作家協會大師獎等最高榮譽獎項。本書亦獲得眾多當代奇幻大師一致讚揚,包含《刺客正傳》系列作者羅蘋.荷布、「地海六部曲」作者 娥蘇拉.勒瑰恩,以及《風之名》作者派崔克.羅斯弗斯等人!另外,本書也榮獲亞馬遜網站、《時代》雜誌、美國國家公共廣播電臺等,票選為百大奇幻好書之一。 全球公認的傳奇好書,多位奇幻大師齊聲推薦,你非聽不可! ◆ 她,是神話、是記憶、是難以捉摸的願望、是飄渺無蹤的幽影, 她,永生不死,具有魔法,是全世界最美麗的生物。 在一座遺世獨立的丁香色森林裡,住著一隻永生不死的獨角獸。她偶然得知自己可能是世上最後一隻獨角獸,於是她決定出發,去尋找自己的族類。 她跟隨蝴蝶的指引,解開貓咪的謎語,並且先後落入女巫的囚籠和強盜的手裡,卻也因此結識了半吊子的魔法師和善良的綠林女子,並在他倆的陪伴下,前往黑格國王受詛咒的城堡。據說,黑格讓一隻瞎眼的紅牛,將所有獨角獸都趕到大海裡囚禁起來。 為了解救同類,這隻獨角獸決定迎接紅牛的挑戰,卻因緣際會變成人類少女,進而體會到人類的失落、貪婪、恐懼、渴望,甚至知曉了時間與歲月,她發現比永生不死更有價值的東西,成為世上唯一會哭泣、會付出愛,懂得後悔與悲傷的獨角獸。 【全書特色】 一、奇幻與現實的元素交錯混雜,讓我們更容易對照自身 書中的奇幻與現實的分界模糊,書中角色不時會引用莎士比亞、詩句、聖經、流行歌詞,或者出現現實中的真實人物,讓我們更容易從中投射、對照自身。 二、作者透過後設筆法,增加奇幻童話的豐富層次 《最後的獨角獸》具有一切常見的奇幻童話故事元素:獨角獸、女巫、魔法師,以及邪惡的國王、英俊善良的王子、美麗的少女……。然而除此之外,作者透過後設筆法,讓故事層次與意義更為豐富。 三、作者透過獨角獸的旅程,歌頌人性特質,使每個人充滿力量 獨角獸的旅程,就是每個人的旅程。當獨角獸變成充滿缺點的平凡人類,體會到各種屬於人類的好壞情感與特質,人類有七情六慾,可以善惡兼具,正是這些矛盾的特質使得我們變得獨特,而且每個人自己都有力量,可以創造出魔法與奇蹟。 ◆ 本書由獲得八座金鐘獎的配音大師袁光麟先生擔任聲音總監,並且邀請多位專業配音員共同演出!其中特別邀請到擁有24年資歷、曾任各大配音班講師的林凱羚老師,優雅詮釋出獨角獸的轉折心境。 凱羚老師隨著主角從玉潔冰清的神獸,到初次面對紅牛的驚恐,再幻化成人類青春少女,而凱羚老師也像是擁有魔法般,聲音也從獨角獸漸漸換化成人類,人類那明白愛情、知曉悲傷,懂得後悔與遺憾的獨特智慧,即便不語也充滿張力。因此林老師透過完美變化的聲線,和深遠且悠長的嘆息,透徹地刻畫了主角最為深刻的成長感受,無論你願不願意,你都會感受到生而為人,那些比「永生」更重要的事。 相信自己確實擁有力量,就是魔法。 而你就是那世上獨一無二、最美麗的獨角獸。 本有聲書由【漫遊者文化 × 遍路文化】聯合製作 朗讀版本:2023年2月初版一刷 版權申告:本書譯文為漫遊者文化所有,非經書面同意,不得以任何形式任意重製、轉載。有著作權.侵害必究

Último Unicornio / the Last Unicorn

release date: May 05, 2025
Último Unicornio / the Last Unicorn
El unicornio vivía en un bosque de lilas y vivía completamente solo... ...así que se aventuró a salir de la seguridad del bosque encantado en busca de otros de su especie. Acompañado en el camino por el torpe mago Schmendrick y la indomable Molly Grue, el unicornio aprende todo sobre las alegrías y las penas de la vida y el amor antes de encontrarse con su destino en el castillo de un monarca abatido... y enfrentarse a la criatura que llevaría a su especie a la extinción... The unicorn lived in a lilac wood, and she lived all alone... ...so she ventured out from the safety of the enchanted forest on a quest for others of her kind. Joined along the way by the bumbling magician Schmendrick and the indomitable Molly Grue, the unicorn learns all about the joys and sorrows of life and love before meeting her destiny in the castle of a despondent monarch--and confronting the creature that would drive her kind to extinction....

The Magician of Karakosk

release date: Jan 01, 1999
The Magician of Karakosk
The Magician of Karakosk is a collection of six stories which contain a range of characters from a humble magician who only wants to stay at home and make fireworks, to a man who is captured by giants, to a girl who is befriended by singing fish.''

The Return of the King

release date: Jul 12, 1986
The Return of the King
The awesome conclusion to The Lord of the Rings—the greatest fantasy epic of all time—which began in The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers. Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read While the evil might of the Dark Lord Sauron swarms out to conquer all Middle-earth, Frodo and Sam struggle deep into Mordor, seat of Sauron’s power. To defeat the Dark Lord, the One Ring, ruler of the accursed Rings of Power, must be destroyed in the fires of Mount Doom. But the way is impossibly hard, and Frodo is weakening. Weighed down by the compulsion of the Ring, he begins finally to despair.

The Last Unicorn

The Last Unicorn
Recounts the quest of the last unicorn, who leaves the protection of the enchanted forest to search for her own kind, and who is joined by schmedrick the Magician and Molly Grue in her search.

In the Presence of Elephants

release date: Jan 01, 1995

Posljednji samorog

release date: Jan 01, 2004

In Kalabrien

release date: Feb 10, 2018
In Kalabrien
Das neue Buch von Bestsellerautor Peter S. BEagle Claudio lebt zuruckgezogen in den Bergen Suditaliens, fernab von allem modernen Leben. ALlein seine Katzen, Kuhe und Ziegen leisten ihm Gesellschaft. EInes Tages geschieht etwas Unfassbares: Ein Einhorn taucht in dem Weinberg hinter seinem Haus auf.
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