Elric of Melnibon: The Elric Saga Part 1 (1) (Elric Saga, The)

From World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Michael Moorcock comes the first book in his famous Elric of Melnibon series, brought to vivid new life with stunning illustrations. In one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the 20th century, Elric is the brooding, albino emperor of the dying Kingdom of Melnibone. With Melnibones years of grandeur and decadence long since passed, Elrics amoral cousin Yrkoon sets his eyes on the throne. Elric, realizing he is his countrys best hope, must face his nefarious cousin in an epic battle for the right to rule. Elric of Melnibone is the first in Michael Moorcocks incredible series, which created fantasy archetypes that have echoed through the genre for generations. The beautiful, vivid illustrations bring new life to the story and are sure to captivate fans, new and old.