- Until recently very little was known about the
writer who styled himself “Sarban”. His three published books, Ringstones, The Doll Maker and The Sound of His
Horn hinted at
a complex personality, and the little available information has only
added to the fascination he has exercised. "Sarban" was the pen-name of
John William Wall (b.1910 d.1989), who implied that his writing was
undertaken during a short period between 1947 and 1951, after which time
he found himself without the opportunity or inclination to continue.
However, several recently discovered manuscripts show that this was not
the case. Rather more in the way of biographical information has also
come to light, and this confirms the ambiguities in the character of the
man. This website has been created to make available more information.
At the moment it contains a Biography of Sarban, and there is a Bibliography with scans of the covers of his books.
**** These pages have been created by Ray Russell at the Tartarus Press. Click here to email Tartarus Press. Click here to access Tartarus Press web pages Page updated 23rd April 2010