Waifs and Strays
Waifs and Strays by Charles de Lint is a reprint edition published by Penguin Young Readers Group on June 17, 2004. This collection features a variety of stories that appeal to both teen and adult readers, showcasing de Lint’s signature storytelling style. Set in familiar locations such as Newford and Bordertown, as well as the enchanting realms of Faerie, the narratives explore themes of coming of age through a blend of fantasy and reality.
Readers will find a diverse array of characters and situations that reflect the complexities of life, with many figures drawn from de Lint’s previous novels. The collection includes elements of young adult fiction and fantasy, as well as short stories that delve into the lives of vampires and other intriguing beings. With 416 pages, this edition serves as both a comprehensive introduction to de Lint’s work and a valuable addition for long-time fans.
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From one of the fantasy genre’s greatest trailblazers, Waifs and Strays is a must-read.
Charles de Lint’s remarkable novels and shorter fiction are, in a very real sense, coming of age stories. Here, for the first time, is a collection of his stories for teen and adult readers alike. From the streets of his famed Newford to the alleys of Bordertown to the realms of Faerie, this is storytelling that will transfix and delight, with characters who will linger in the mind, many of them from his novels. Featuring an illuminating preface by acclaimed author, anthologist, and critic Terri Windling, Waifs and Strays is a must-own for de Lint fans, and an ideal introduction to his work for newcomers.
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