The Sapphire Goddess. The Fantasies of Nictzin Dyalhis

At last, the stories of one of the most unusual writers of weird fiction are collected! This volume contains all of Nictzin Dyalhis’ works of fantasy and science fiction, many of which have never before been reprinted. Those who love the wild imagination and masterful prose of authors such as Clark Ashton Smith and C.L. Moore are sure to enjoy this collection. CONTENTS 1. When the Green Star Waned • [Venhez #1] • (Weird Tales, April 1925) • novelette 2. The Eternal Conflict • (Weird Tales, October 1925) • novelette 3. He Refused to Stay Dead • (Ghost Stories, May 1927, with Eric Marston) • short story 4. The Dark Lore • (Weird Tales, October 1927) • novelette 5. The Oath of Hul Jok • [Venhez #2] • (Weird Tales, September 1928) • novelette 6. The Red Witch • (Weird Tales, April 1932) • novelette 7. The Sapphire Goddess • (Weird Tales, February 1934) • novelette 8. The Sea-Witch • (Weird Tales, December 1937) • novelette 9. Heart of Atlantan • (Weird Tales, September 1940) • novelette * Introduction by D. M. Ritzlin Interior artwork by Virgil Finlay Cover art by Margaret Brundage