The stress of her regard
Book • 1989
In Tim Powers' "The Stress of Her Regard", the romantic poets Percy Bysshe Shelley and Lord Byron are caught in a web of supernatural intrigue involving the nephilim, ancient creatures of myth.
The story intertwines historical facts with fantastical elements as the poets find themselves haunted by a lamia, a vampiric being that feeds on their creative energy.
As they delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a hidden world where the very act of artistic creation is intertwined with dangerous, otherworldly forces.
Powers masterfully blends historical detail with imaginative fantasy, creating a rich and compelling narrative.
The novel explores themes of creativity, obsession, and the dark side of inspiration, set against the backdrop of the early 19th century.
The story intertwines historical facts with fantastical elements as the poets find themselves haunted by a lamia, a vampiric being that feeds on their creative energy.
As they delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a hidden world where the very act of artistic creation is intertwined with dangerous, otherworldly forces.
Powers masterfully blends historical detail with imaginative fantasy, creating a rich and compelling narrative.
The novel explores themes of creativity, obsession, and the dark side of inspiration, set against the backdrop of the early 19th century.
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