Taboo

Taboo: A Legend Retold From The Dirghic Of Saevius Nicanor is a novel by James Branch Cabell that retells the story of the legendary figure Taboo. The book is set in the fictional land of Poictesme, and tells the story of Taboo, a man who is born with a strange mark on his forehead that sets him apart from the rest of society. Taboo grows up to become a powerful and feared figure, and the novel follows his journey as he navigates the complex political landscape of Poictesme.The book is written in Cabell's signature style, which is characterized by its use of intricate language and elaborate descriptions. The novel is also notable for its exploration of themes such as power, identity, and the nature of legend and mythology. The story is told from the perspective of Saevius Nicanor, a fictional scholar who is studying the legend of Taboo.Overall, Taboo: A Legend Retold From The Dirghic Of Saevius Nicanor is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that explores themes of power, identity, and the nature of legend and mythology. It is a must-read for fans of James Branch Cabell and anyone who enjoys complex, thought-provoking literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.