- This article is for the anthology. For the short story, see Anything, With Nothing.
The Anything with Nothing anthology theme is finding ways to cope with problems when the usual methods, tools and resources are not available. The title basis is a quote included in the Lackey story "Anything, With Nothing":[1]
We the willing
Led by the unwitting
Are doing the impossible
For the ungrateful.
We have done so much
For so long
With so little
That we are now capable
Of doing anything
With nothing.
Publisher's description[]
This 17th anthology of short stories set in the beloved Valdemar high fantasy universe features tales by debut and established authors and a brand-new story from Mercedes Lackey.
The Heralds of Valdemar are the kingdom's ancient order of protectors. They are drawn from all across the land, from all walks of life, and at all ages—and all are Gifted with abilities beyond those of normal men and women. They are Mindspeakers, FarSeers, Empaths, ForeSeers, Firestarters, FarSpeakers, and more. These inborn talents—combined with training as emissaries, spies, judges, diplomats, scouts, counselors, warriors, and more—make them indispensable to their monarch and realm.
Sought and Chosen by mysterious horse-like Companions, they are bonded for life to these telepathic, enigmatic creatures. The Heralds of Valdemar and their Companions ride circuit throughout the kingdom, protecting the peace and, when necessary, defending their land and monarch.
Join a variety of authors as they ride with Mercedes Lackey to the beloved land of Valdemar and experience the many facets of this storied high fantasy realm.
Contents[]
The anthology contains the following works:
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References[]
- ↑ Lackey slightly modified a real life quote which has been around since the 1970s, with documented appearances in 1974 newspapers. Modified words are emphasized by italics:
We the willing
Led by the unknowing
Are doing the impossible
For the ungrateful.
We have done so much
For so long
With so little
That we are now qualified
To do anything
With nothing.