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The Sandman, Vol. 8: Worlds' End

Neil Gaiman
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The Sandman, Vol. 8: Worlds' End

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994

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Neil Gaiman

The Sandman, Vol. 8: Worlds' End

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Inn at worlds' end

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Sandman, Vol. 8: Worlds' End by Neil Gaiman, travelers share tales over a communal gathering during a reality-storm. Through stories like "A Tale of Two Cities," "Cluracan's Tale," and "Hob's Leviathan," characters from diverse worlds experience themes of myth, memory, and the passage between worlds while seeking shelter in an otherworldly inn.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Contemplative

Melancholic

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.6

54,853 ratings

89%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Neil Gaiman's The Sandman, Vol. 8: Worlds' End is celebrated for its rich storytelling and imaginative art, immersing readers in a compelling series of interconnected tales. Critics praise its creativity and narrative depth, though some find its episodic nature less cohesive than previous volumes. Overall, it's a testament to Gaiman's mastery of myth and storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Sandman, Vol. 8: Worlds' End?

Readers who relish The Sandman, Vol. 8: Worlds' End are fans of intricate, mythic storytelling and dark fantasy. This volume appeals to those who enjoy the blend of surrealism found in works like American Gods by Neil Gaiman and the narrative depth akin to The Dark Tower series by Stephen King.

4.6

54,853 ratings

89%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Inn at worlds' end

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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