A. Merritt Reflections in the Modern Pool

Sam Moskowitz, the leading historian of the fantasy/science fiction genre, has written the first full-length account and critique of A. Merritt, his life, works, sources, influences, hobbies, personality, friends, philosophy, strengths and weaknesses, all in the perspective of his milieu.The book contains a previously unknown short story, totally unlike any other Merritt tales. There is also a short fantasy that appeared in The American Weekly under a pen name.There is a section of poetry (26 items here assembled for the first time) and letters. Finally, there are letters and essays about Merritt, written by the people who knew him best -- the staff members of The American Weekly where the writer spent so many years.Moskowitz, Sam is the author of 'A. Merritt Reflections in the Modern Pool' with ISBN 9781880418130 and ISBN 1880418134.