The Night Land
William Hope Hodgson
Belletristik / Gemischte Anthologien
Beschreibung
"The Night Land" is a novel written by William Hope Hodgson, first published in 1912. It's a classic work of science fiction and horror that is set in a distant future where the sun has gone out, leaving the Earth shrouded in eternal darkness. The remnants of humanity live in a vast pyramid-shaped structure known as the Last Redoubt, which provides protection against the horrors that roam the darkened world outside.
The story follows the journey of a young man known only as "the narrator" who falls in love with a woman named Naani. Determined to find her, he ventures out into the treacherous Night Land, facing terrifying creatures and supernatural forces along the way.
"The Night Land" is known for its unique and atmospheric setting, as well as its evocative prose style. It explores themes of love, heroism, and the struggle for survival in a bleak and unforgiving world. Despite its somewhat archaic language and challenging narrative structure, it remains a cult classic of early science fiction and has influenced many writers in the genre.
