The Well at the World’s End by William Morris

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The Well at the World's End is a fantasy novel by William Morris, first published in 1896. The story follows Ralph of Upmeads, the youngest son of a minor king, who longs for adventure beyond the quiet confines of his father’s kingdom. Eager to escape a mundane and uneventful existence, Ralph sets out into the wider world in search of meaning and excitement. As he journeys through perilous landscapes and encounters a host of knights, merchants, robbers, and mysterious figures, Ralph begins to hear tales of the fabled Well at the World’s End. The magical waters of the Well are said to bestow extraordinary powers, wisdom, and eternal youth upon those who drink from it. Intrigued by its promise and driven by a growing sense of purpose, Ralph decides to make the Well the ultimate goal of his journey. Ralph’s path crosses with Ursula, a courageous and devoted companion who joins him on his quest. Together, they face trials of betrayal, loss, and temptation, navigating challenges that test their strength, resolve, and character. Set in a richly imagined medieval-inspired world, the novel explores timeless themes of courage, self-discovery, love, and the pursuit of an ideal. William Morris’s poetic prose and vivid world-building create a tale that is both a classic adventure and a profound meditation on life’s deeper truths.

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