World’s End books

World's End is a six-book fantasy adventure series by Lin Carter set on a far-future Earth populated by bizarre creatures and colorful characters.

World’s End Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
The Warrior of World’s End 1974 Buy
The Enchantress of World’s End 1975 Buy
The Immortal of World’s End 1976 Buy
The Barbarian of World’s End 1977 Buy
The Pirate of World’s End 1978 Buy
Giant of World’s End 1979 Buy

The World’s End books are the work of Lin Carter, a prolific American fantasy author who drew heavily on the traditions of pulp adventure and planetary romance. The series is set on a far-future Earth where civilization has risen and fallen many times, leaving behind a landscape of ancient ruins, strange creatures, and lost technologies.

Carter was a devoted student of fantasy literature’s history, and the World’s End series reflects his love of writers like Jack Vance, Clark Ashton Smith, and Lord Dunsany. The books are fast-paced, colorful adventures that prioritize imagination and spectacle over realism.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has World’s End written?

World’s End has written six books in one series.

What was World’s End's first book?

World’s End’s first book is The Warrior of World’s End, published in 1974.

Who wrote the World's End series?

The World’s End series was written by Lin Carter, an American fantasy and science fiction author, editor, and critic who was active from the 1960s through the 1980s. Carter was also known for his editorial work on the Ballantine Adult Fantasy series, which reprinted classic fantasy novels.

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