Mervyn Peake's Gormenghast trilogy is one of the best pieces of english literature it has been my pleasure to read and reread. The BBC adaptation is a brave attempt to capture a world of imagination on the small screen which largely succeeds. Like everyone I have pictures of the main characters in my mind and the cast really live up to my most barogue expectations. This DVD set will be enjoyed by those who have read the books and know what to expect, and by those others who approach Peake's wonderland with an open mind. Buy it, at this cost you can't go wrong!