Xiccarph is an anthology composed of multiple stories fantasy / science fantasy written by Clark Ashton Smith and originally published in the thirties of the last century in various magazines; including Weird Tales. In 1972, Ballantine Books has collected and published all these short story, entrusting its care to Lin Carter.

This collection of stories relate to one another through the themes of decadence turned to rot and outright decay. Worlds at the tail end of their existence, now mostly cities of tombs and dry sea beds, and lost dying elements of species and civilizations.

This is a paperback copy in good condition published by Ballantine in 1972. There is a small fold on the introductory pages. Please look at the photos for more details.