Far Lands, Other Days

Far Lands, Other Days is a 1975 collection of 31 short stories by E. Hoffmann Price, published by Carcosa in a limited run of 2,593 copies. The stories span multiple genres including fantasy, horror, and mystery, originally appearing in pulp magazines like Weird Tales, Strange Detective Stories, and Argosy. The collection features tales set across diverse locations and time periods, with stories drawing from Middle Eastern folklore, ancient myths, and supernatural traditions. The contents range from dark fantasy adventures to horror-tinged mysteries, incorporating elements of the occult, historical settings, and exotic locales. Many stories in the collection center on themes of vengeance, supernatural justice, and encounters with otherworldly beings. The titles suggest a strong focus on mystical and religious elements, with recurring motifs of ancient deities, dark magic, and fateful encounters. The anthology represents Price's ability to blend historical authenticity with supernatural fiction, creating narratives that explore the intersection of human desires and cosmic forces. The stories examine tensions between faith and skepticism, justice and revenge, while maintaining roots in traditional pulp storytelling.

There are very few public reader reviews available for Far Lands, Other Days, making it difficult to gauge general reader sentiment. The book appears to be quite rare. Readers appreciated: - Price's first-hand knowledge of Asia and the Middle East adding authenticity - Pulp-style adventure storytelling - Supernatural and horror elements blended with action Readers noted issues with: - Limited availability/high cost of used copies - Some dated cultural perspectives from the 1940s-50s era Available Ratings: Goodreads: 3.67/5 (3 ratings, 0 written reviews) Amazon: No ratings or reviews LibraryThing: 1 rating (4/5), no written review The small number of ratings and reviews online suggests this remains an obscure work primarily known to pulp fiction collectors and Price enthusiasts. Most discussion appears in specialty forums and blogs focused on vintage weird fiction.

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🔹 E. Hoffmann Price was a close friend of H.P. Lovecraft and wrote "Through the Gates of the Silver Key" in collaboration with him, making him one of the few authors to co-write with the legendary horror master. 🔹 During his time as a pulp fiction writer, Price was known to type at speeds of up to 90 words per minute, producing nearly 500 published stories across various genres throughout his career. 🔹 The publisher Carcosa, which released Far Lands, Other Days, was founded by Karl Edward Wagner and only published four books total during its existence, making this collection part of a highly exclusive catalog. 🔹 Price's intimate knowledge of Oriental mysticism came from his real-life experiences as a cavalry officer stationed in the Philippines and his extensive travels throughout Asia. 🔹 The original artwork for Far Lands, Other Days was created by Lee Brown Coye, whose distinctive style became synonymous with Weird Tales magazine and influenced horror illustration for decades.