Figures of Earth

Cabell, an influential American author of fantasy fiction and belles lettres, began his career as a newspaper reporter before transitioning to fiction. His early stories gained national recognition, appearing in prominent magazines like Harper's and The Saturday Evening Post. Known for his extensive genealogical research, he also led a literary group in the 1920s that included notable writers such as H. L. Mencken and Elinor Wylie, shaping the literary landscape of his time.