In "The Worm Ouroboros," E. R. Eddison crafts a grand tapestry of heroic fantasy, intricately woven with allegory and rich, archaic prose. Set in a mythical realm where noble houses vie for dominance, the narrative centers on the epic conflict between the kingdoms of Witchland and Aelfrice. Eddison's literary style echoes that of classical epics, filled with poetic dialogues and vivid imagery, res...