The Man Who Bridged the Mist - Hugo & Nebula Winning Novella

The river of Mist, an almost living organism, divides the Empire in two. A few Ferries make dangerous and treacherous journeys across the Mist when they can, trusting in good fortune and the uncanny skills of those plying the trade. ***

A bridge across the Mist will greatly ease the suffering of those who risk crossing the river. The last bridge builder sent by the Empire died while building it. ***

Kit now comes to the town of Nearside to complete the task left unfinished by the dead …