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Weaveworld is a 1987 dark fantasy and horror novel by British author Clive Barker. The narrative follows a magical realm known as the Fugue, whose inhabitants, the Seerkind, have hidden their world within the threads of an intricate carpet to escape destruction by humanity and supernatural foes. The story begins in Liverpool when a young man named Cal Mooney accidentally discovers the carpet and becomes entangled in a conflict involving a ruthless salesman and a deadly witch seeking to unmake the magical sanctuary. It blends elements of epic fantasy with Barker's signature dark horror.
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Who wrote the dark fantasy novel Weaveworld?
'Weaveworld' was written by acclaimed British author Clive Barker and published in 1987. Barker is also famous for writing 'The Hellbound Heart', which was adapted into the 'Hellraiser' film franchise.
What is the basic plot of Weaveworld?
The narrative follows a magical realm known as the Fugue, whose inhabitants have hidden their world within the threads of an intricate carpet. This was done to escape destruction by humanity and malevolent supernatural forces.
What are the magical inhabitants of the Fugue called in Weaveworld?
The magical beings who hid inside the carpet are known as the Seerkind. They possess extraordinary, reality-bending abilities known as the Raptures.
Has Weaveworld ever been adapted into a movie or TV show?
While a film adaptation has been discussed for decades, 'Weaveworld' was actually adapted into a three-part television miniseries in 1998 by Showtime. However, the series failed to capture the massive scope of Barker's original novel.
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