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Took a few days off to watch a war or two. Two more clever tales down I found a bit too clever for my enjoyment. Beautifully written, though.

These little twist endings Kersh adds to his vaguely ominous tales are absolutely delightful.

The characters - Mona Lisa and an ape, circus freaks stranded on an island, a giant from out of time - are haunting and unforgettable.

Brilliant.

Purchased this recent reprint (Valancourt Books) of the original paperback anthology containing some of Gerald Kersh’s unsettling tales as chosen by Harlan Ellison who also supplies the introduction.

Truly marvelous stuff!