The Certain Hour
The Certain Hour by James Branch Cabell, published by Wildside Press in 2002, features 188 pages of engaging content in English. This collection includes ten short stories inspired by the works of ten poets, along with two poems and an extensive introduction by Cabell. Notably, “Balthazar’s Daughter” stands out as the foundation for Cabell’s only published play, The Jewel Merchants. While the stories are loosely connected to the fictional realm of Poictesme, Cabell emphasized that his historical narratives should not be separated from his fantastical works, positioning this volume within the broader context of his literary universe.
Readers will discover a blend of fiction and poetry that showcases Cabell’s unique storytelling style. The anthology presents a diverse array of narratives, each reflecting the influence of the poets that inspired them. This edition invites exploration of themes that intertwine the historical and the imaginative, offering insights into Cabell’s creative process. With its combination of short stories and poetry, The Certain Hour serves as a notable addition to the body of work surrounding Cabell’s fictional landscape.
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Here are ten short stories, written around the works of ten poets, plus two poems and a lengthy introduction by Cabell. Of note is “Balthazar’s Daughter,” which became the basis for James Branch Cabell’s only published play, The Jewel Merchants. Although their relationship to Poictesme is tenuous at best, Cabell stated that his more mainstream historical works, such as these, were not to be distinguished from the fantasies and so placed this volume is officially part of the chronology of his imaginary Poictesme.
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