Robert Holdstock
Robert Paul Holdstock was an English novelist and author best known for his works of fantasy literature, predominantly in the fantasy subgenre of mythic fiction.
Holdstock's writing was first published in 1968. His science fiction and fantasy works explore philosophical, psychological, anthropological, spiritual, and woodland themes. He received three BSFA awards and won the World Fantasy Award in the category of Best Novel in 1985.
Besides writing under his real name, he used several pseudonyms, including Chris Carlsen, Robert Faulcon, Robert Black, Steven Eisler, and Richard Kirk.
He is acclaimed for The Mythago Cycle – including the World Fantasy Award-winning Mythago Wood – and The Merlin Codex.
Holdstock's work is appreciated for its deep exploration of mythical and psychological landscapes. His influence and presence were felt through a vast network of friends and colleagues.
His passing was marked by reflections on his gentle character and the peace with which he approached the end of his life. He viewed death with a philosophical acceptance, leaving behind a legacy of eloquent and insightful commentary on life and nature.
Holdstock's writing was first published in 1968. His science fiction and fantasy works explore philosophical, psychological, anthropological, spiritual, and woodland themes. He received three BSFA awards and won the World Fantasy Award in the category of Best Novel in 1985.
Besides writing under his real name, he used several pseudonyms, including Chris Carlsen, Robert Faulcon, Robert Black, Steven Eisler, and Richard Kirk.
He is acclaimed for The Mythago Cycle – including the World Fantasy Award-winning Mythago Wood – and The Merlin Codex.
Holdstock's work is appreciated for its deep exploration of mythical and psychological landscapes. His influence and presence were felt through a vast network of friends and colleagues.
His passing was marked by reflections on his gentle character and the peace with which he approached the end of his life. He viewed death with a philosophical acceptance, leaving behind a legacy of eloquent and insightful commentary on life and nature.
