Gormenghast!!!!

Anise · 01-11-2002, 02:16 AM

Has anyone here ever read Mervyn Peake's "Gormenghast" Trilogy?

If you haven't... oh my!!!!! YOU MUST

It's a gothic fantasy type series based around the most unique and intriguing characters.

to quote the bbc about the story line for the mini-series (quick and to the point) -

The ancient family of Groan has been incarcerated for centuries in the vast crumbling castle of Gormenghast. The dynasty is threatened by the charismatic Steerpike who escapes his destiny as a kitchen boy. As Steerpike charms and outwits the eccentric inhabitants into submission, including the beautiful Fuchsia, only Titus, stands in his way. The Young Earl and his pretender fight a bloody duel against the fantastic backdrop of the disintegrating castle. Who will emerge the victor and what secrets will they discover?

I ramble... but just wondering if there was anyone else out there who has enjoyed it?

Anise

mirrille · 01-11-2002, 02:25 AM

Haven't read it, but have heard about it and want to read it...someday. Reason I haven't yet is that it's not exactly a common one, although it seems to be famous. Not easy to find, so I never bothered.

sun-star · 01-15-2002, 04:29 PM

I read it when I saw the TV programme, which was brilliant! I thought the book was a bit long though.

Sakata · 02-07-2002, 07:31 PM

I watched the tv show as well, i really liked it, I am going to read the books

01-11-2002, 02:16 AM	#1
Anise Sapling Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: the land of make believe Posts: 14	Gormenghast!!!! Has anyone here ever read Mervyn Peake's "Gormenghast" Trilogy? If you haven't... oh my!!!!! YOU MUST It's a gothic fantasy type series based around the most unique and intriguing characters. to quote the bbc about the story line for the mini-series (quick and to the point) - The ancient family of Groan has been incarcerated for centuries in the vast crumbling castle of Gormenghast. The dynasty is threatened by the charismatic Steerpike who escapes his destiny as a kitchen boy. As Steerpike charms and outwits the eccentric inhabitants into submission, including the beautiful Fuchsia, only Titus, stands in his way. The Young Earl and his pretender fight a bloody duel against the fantastic backdrop of the disintegrating castle. Who will emerge the victor and what secrets will they discover? I ramble... but just wondering if there was anyone else out there who has enjoyed it? Anise __________________ ~happy as a girl that lives in a world of make believe~ (r.s.)

02-07-2002, 07:31 PM	#4
Sakata Elven Warrior Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Lothlorien Posts: 216	I watched the tv show as well, i really liked it, I am going to read the books __________________ "When evil people come to destroy me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will know no fear." -Psalms 27:2-3 -Dare you venture into Gollum's Lair? JESUS LIVES!

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01-11-2002, 02:25 AM	#2
mirrille Elven Warrior Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 479	Haven't read it, but have heard about it and want to read it...someday. Reason I haven't yet is that it's not exactly a common one, although it seems to be famous. Not easy to find, so I never bothered.

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sun-star Lady of Letters Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Either Oxford or Kent, England Posts: 2,476	I read it when I saw the TV programme, which was brilliant! I thought the book was a bit long though.