The Retreat [Or The Machinations of Henry] (Valancourt 20th Century Classics) by Reid, Forrest; Doyle, Andrew [Introduction] - 2015

Richmond, VA, USA: Valancourt Books, 2015. Book. Very Good. Soft cover. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. The book is in very good condition, appears nearly pristine. Text and images inside appear clean and clear throughout. 'The Retreat opens with a vivid dream about an evil sorcerer and his boy apprentice. The dreamer is Tom Barber, age 13, who, like many intelligent and sensitive children, moves between the world of everyday life and that of the imagination. "I pretend things, and all at once they become real," Tom says, and they become real for the reader as well, as we follow him over the course of one summer during which the lines between reality and fantasy are frequently blurred. In his depiction of Tom's fantastic adventures in an unseen world - his attempts to thwart the malign influence of the cat Henry, whom he has observed scratching cabbalistic symbols on the gravel path; his meetings with the beautiful boy-angel Gamelyn; his conversations with animals; his experiences in the Garden of Eden - Forrest Reid's delicate artistry is at its finest and most delightful. This edition includes a new introduction by Andrew Doyle and numerous never-before-published photographs and illustrations.' xx+208 paginated pages. 5 x 8 inches. This listing was made by a small independent book shop. We carefully inspect every single book we list and give accurate descriptions. If you require, we will promptly send pictures of listed books upon request. May require additional postage. .