Swords against Death

This illustration by Geoff Taylor, was originally used on Swords against Death, written by Fritz Leiber,

Original Art

Swords against Death


Cover(s)

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A book cover using the art - art by Geoff Taylor
A book cover using the art - art by Geoff Taylor


Synopsis for Original Title

Swords Against Death, the second story in the Lankhmar series, finds Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser beginning their real journey. Their hearts altered by the loss of first true love, they embark on a long and winding path of drunken debauchery and womanizing until crossing paths with two cross wizards, Sheelba of the Eyeless Face and Nigauble of the Seven Eyes. A most violent of clashes ensues.


Details

Availability

Year1
1986

Medium2
Gouache on Artboard

Original
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Availabe to License
Yes

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