Book description
The Dragon (Atlan Saga) - Jane Gaskell
Gaskell's "The Dragon" emerges as a hidden gem in fantasy literature, showcasing why China MiΓ©ville counts her early work among the finest weird fiction ever written. This audiobook delivers Gaskell's prehistoric South American and Atlantean epic with compelling narrative strength.
The story continues the Atlan/Cija series with remarkable depth, building upon the foundation laid in "The Serpent" and "Atlan." What makes this particularly fascinating is how Gaskell, writing in her teens and early twenties, crafted a mythology that feels both ancient and refreshingly original. The split between earlier editions - originally combined as "The Serpent" before being divided into two distinct books - actually enhances the listening experience here, allowing each part to breathe fully.
Narrated with appropriate gravitas, the audiobook format perfectly captures Gaskell's lush prose style. Her ability to weave together mythical Atlantis with prehistoric South American settings creates an immersive soundscape that feels cinematic without being overly dramatic. The production quality maintains clarity even during the most complex mythological passages.
Gaskell's background shines through in unexpected ways. As the great-grandniece of Elizabeth Gaskell, she brings Victorian storytelling sensibilities to very non-Victorian subject matter. This creates a unique tension that works beautifully in audio format. The 1985 DAW Books edition, while showing its age, translates well to digital audio, preserving the author's distinctive voice.
"The Dragon" succeeds where many fantasy works fail - it treats ancient mythology with genuine respect while never becoming ponderous. The pacing keeps listeners engaged throughout, making this overlooked classic worth discovering. Particularly impressive is how Gaskell handles the relationship between human characters and mythological elements, never letting the fantastical overshadow genuine emotional stakes.
This audiobook deserves attention from fantasy enthusiasts seeking something beyond typical sword-and-sorcery narratives. Gaskell's work predates much modern fantasy while feeling surprisingly contemporary, especially in audio form where her descriptive powers truly shine.
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