“It was sometimes said that the grey-and-black mountain range which ran like a spine north to south down that part of Faerie had once been a giant, who grew so huge and so heavy that, one day, worn out from the sheer effort of moving and living, he had stretched out on the plain and fallen into a sleep so profound that centuries passed between heartbeats.”
A young man named Tristan finds a magical dust that allows him to travel between worlds. His journey leads him to encounter a variety of fantastical creatures and to fall in love with a mortal girl, Yvaine, who is pursued by a malevolent king. The story explores themes of love, destiny, and the blurred lines between reality and fantasy. more
Neil Gaiman, born on November 10, 1960, is a renowned British author. His works span across various genres including fantasy, horror, and science fiction, with notable titles such as 'American Gods' and 'Good Omens'. Gaiman's writing style is distinctive and has won him a dedicated fan base. more
“Ah, wonderful sleep. I love to sleep. It's one of the things I'm really good at.”
“...How terrible, those dreams before sleep were—the worse kind, mixing hope with despair...”
“...the wind hums low with sweet exultation, sings its lullaby, while you sleep ...”