What Mad Universe?!?
An adventure through the history of pulp SF and fantasy!
1 year ago

S3E86 -Chapter Eighty-Six: The Lady of the Flame!

On the JIREL OF JOIRY stories by C. L. Moore

Gird your loins, acolytes of adventure, for a new What Mad Universe?!? that explores the origins of the classic fiery sword-maiden of pulp fame. C. L. Moore's Jirel of Joiry might be the first example of the trope...but as ever, it's a bit complicated. Fear not, we'll hash it out! 

You might also want to check out this bonus minisode we did on a similar topic, referenced in this episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/what-mad-3-she-55896277

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