George R. R. Martin Książki

Druga część trzeciego tomu cyklu Pieśń Lodu i Ognia który zdobył podziw czytelników i krytyki na całym świecie. Locus uznał tom pierwszy Grę o tron za najlepszą powieść fantasy 1997 roku. Tom drugi Starcie królów dowiódł słuszności decyzji.

W Zachodnich Krainach o ośmiu tysiącach lat zapisanej historii widmo wojen i katastrofy nieustannie wisi nad ludźmi. Zbliża się zima, lodowate wichry wieją z północy, gdzie schroniły się wyparte przez ludzi pradawne rasy i starzy bogowie. Zbuntowani władcy na szczęście pokonali szalonego Smoczego Króla, Aerysa Targaryena, zasiadającego na Żelaznym Tronie Zachodnich Krain, lecz obalony władca pozostawił po sobie potomstwo, równie szalone jak on sam… Tron objął Robert – najznamienitszy z buntowników. Minęły już lata pokoju i oto możnowładcy zaczynają grę o tron. Wznowienie. George R.R Martin jest jednym z najbardziej cenionych pisarzy fantastyki.Pisze wolno i raczej niewiele, aczkolwiek każda jego książka spotyka się z entuzjastycznym przyjęciem czytelników i krytyki.

Żelazny Tron jednoczył Zachodnie Królestwa aż do śmierci króla Roberta. Wdowa jednak zdradziła królewskie ideały, bracia wszczęli wojnę, a Sansa została narzeczoną mordercy ojca, który okrzyknął się królem. Zresztą w każdym z królestw, od Smoczej Wyspy po Koniec Burzy, dawni wasale Żelaznego Tronu ogłaszają się królami. Pewnego dnia z Cytadeli przylatuje biały kruk, przynosząc zapowiedź końca lata – najdłuższego lata, jakie pamiętali żyjący ludzie. Najgroźniejszym wrogiem będzie jednak zima... 2 kwietnia w telewizji HBO startuje emisja drugiego sezonu serialu Gra o tron, opartego na kanwie powieści Starcie królów. George R.R. Martin jest jednym z najbardziej cenionych pisarzy fantastyki. Dzięki swej wielotomowej sadze pozyskał miliony oddanych fanów i odrodził tradycję epickiej fantasy w stylu tolkienowskim.

W Meereen otoczona przez wrog�w Daenerys Targaryen chwyta się rozpaczliwych środk�w, by zachować swoją pozycję. Wielu zabiega o jej względy, lecz ostrzegano ją, by nie ufała nikomu...W Kr�lewskiej Przystani kr�lowa regentka, Cersei Lannister, oczekuje na proces, porzucona przez tych, kt�rym ufała, podczas gdy w położonym na wschodzie mieście Yunkai jej brat Tyrion został sprzedany w niewolę i jest zmuszony na własną rękę szukać wyjścia z opresji.Wszędzie narastają gwałtowne konflikty, w kt�rych uczestniczą banici i kapłani, żołnierze i zmiennokształtni, szlachetnie urodzeni i niewolnicy. W czasie narastających niepokoj�w fale przeznaczenia nieuchronnie prowadzą bohater�w do największego ze wszystkich tańc�w...

Bogato ilustrowany, ekskluzywny prequel Gry o tron Rycerz Siedmiu Królestw to prawdziwa gratka dla wszystkich miłośników George'a R.R. Martina i jego Gry o tron. Osadzone w świecie cyklu Pieśń Lodu i Ognia trzy minipowieści (Wędrowny rycerz, Zaprzysiężony miecz, Tajemniczy rycerz) prezentują wszystko to, co przyniosło autorowi światową sławę - fascynującą rycerską fabułę, nakreślone wiarygodnie psychologicznie postaci, rubaszny humor i niespodziewane zwroty akcji, a wszystko to okraszone odrobiną unoszącej się nad krainami Westeros smoczej magii. Rycerskie turnieje, zhańbione damy, dworskie intrygi - to codzienne życie młodzieńca imieniem Dunk, który po śmierci swego rycerza wyrusza na turniej w poszukiwaniu sławy oraz honoru, nie wiedząc, że świat nie jest gotowy na przyjęcie kogoś, kto dotrzymuje przysiąg. W kolejnych częściach Dunk oraz jego kumpel Jajo (późniejszy Aegon V Targaryen, książę Westeros, król i obrońca królestwa) wmieszają się w konflikt ser Eustace'a Osgreya ze Standfast z lady Webber z Zimnej Fosy, a także przybędą na ślub lorda Ambrose'a Butterwella z Białych Murów, gdzie Dunk stanie do turnieju jako Tajemniczy Rycerz, nieświadomy prawdziwego charakteru rozgrywających się wydarzeń...

Ekscytująca książka, pełna nieoczekiwanych zwrot�w akcji. A na koniec rarytas - nowe opowiadanie George`a R. R. Martina Książę łotrzyk ze świata Gry o tron - opowieść o Daemonie Targaryenie. Wszyscy kochają łotrzyk�w. Motyw przewodni tej znakomitej antologii pozwala na bardzo wiele swobody i jest niezwykle atrakcyjny dla czytelnika. Fałszywe jasnowidzące, międzygalaktyczne kreatury, nowy rodzaj alchemii i przywoływanie pradawnych bog�w czy zab�jcza moc opowieści o Fafrydzie i Szarym Kocurze to tylko niekt�re z pomysł�w. Bohaterowie wszystkich opowieści są niebezpieczni i podstępni, a do tego zupełnie nieprzewidywalni. Książka zawiera teksty znanych autor�w powieści detektywistycznych oraz thriller�w, a także tych, kt�rzy zasłynęli z science fiction i fantasy. Sam spis treści wystarczy, by wzbudzić zainteresowanie fan�w najrozmaitszych gatunk�w - zawiera bowiem 21 nigdy dotąd niepublikowanych utwor�w. W tomie znajdziemy m.in. najnowsze opowiadanie Neila Gaimana rozgrywające się w świecie Nigdziebądź , nowelę Patricka Rothfussa opowiadającą o Bast z Kronik kr�lob�jcy oraz cechującą się błyskawiczną akcją opowieść Joe Abercrombiego o serii nieustannych kradzieży. I wreszcie na koniec opowiadanie samego mistrza George`a R.R. Martina, relacjonujące skrawek historii świata Gry o tron , opowiadające o pewnym draniu z czas�w panowania dynastii Targaryen�w.

OPOWIEŚĆ O EKSCYTUJĄCYCH DZIEJACH DYNASTII TARGARYENÓW Trzysta lat przed wydarzeniami przedstawionymi w cyklu Pieśni Lodu i Ognia, na długo przed konfliktem, z powodu którego wszystkie wielkie rody Westeros zwróciły się przeciwko sobie, krainą władał niepodzielnie ród Targaryenów, ostatnich z żyjących smoczych lordów. Targaryenowie przeżyli Zagładę Valyrii i osiedlili się na Smoczej Skale. Ta książka opowiada dzieje ich legendarnej dynastii od Aegona Zdobywcy aż po krwawy Taniec Smoków, wojnę domową między Aegonem II a jego przyrodnią siostrą Rhaenyrą, walczącymi o tron swego ojca, która ogarnęła całe Westeros i omal nie doprowadziła do upadku dynastii Targaryenów. Opisuje też pokłosie tego konfliktu i wstąpienie na tron króla Aegona III, zwanego Zgubą Smoków. Co naprawdę wydarzyło się podczas Tańca Smoków? Dlaczego Rhaenyra uważała się za prawowitą królową? Jakie było pochodzenie trzech smoczych jaj, które dano w prezencie Daenerys? Dlaczego król Aegon III nienawidził smoków? To tylko niektóre z pasjonujących pytań, na które odpowiada ta szczegółowa kronika, spisana przez uczonego arcymaestera Gyldayna z Cytadeli. Ogień i krew będzie dla świata Westeros tym, czym jest Silmarillion dla Śródziemia

W Nowym Jorku szaleje gang obdarzonych przerażającymi mocami mutantów, który zagraża bezpieczeństwu mieszkańców całej metropolii. Opas, młodociany gubernator Rox, pragnął uczynić Ellis Island bezpiecznym azylem dla dżokerów. Dlatego postanowił zwerbować skoczków, nastoletnich wyrzutków władających supermocami, zdolnych w mgnieniu oka ukraść ciało człowieka. Jednakże pod przywództwem szalonego wnuka Tachiona skoczkowie z każdym dniem stają się coraz bardziej okrutni i niepowstrzymani, aż wreszcie okazują się najpoważniejszą groźbą, przed jaką dotąd stanęły dzikie karty Ta powieść to jak jazda szaloną kolejką górską nigdy nie wiesz, co wyłoni się za następnym zakrętem fabuły! Podbijająca adrenalinę akcja, ale też zaskakująco dużo emocji to główne atuty kolejnych przygód superbohaterów ze świata dzikich kart.

Wezwany przez Gwen, swą dawną ukochaną, Dirk t’Larien przekonuje się, że świat Worlorn, chluba światów zewnętrznych, bardzo się zmienił i jest teraz umierającą planetą. Worlorn podejmuje samotną wędrówkę przez mrok międzygwiezdnych otchłani. Dumni Kavalarowie władają swym światem zgodnie z opartym na przemocy kodeksem. Jednak ich brutalna cywilizacja zaczyna chylić się ku upadkowi… „Fascynujący opis obcych światów i kultur oraz klimat mrocznego westernu przeniesionego w galaktyczne przestrzenie sprawiają, iż Martin trwale zapisał się wśród najlepszych dokonań space opery”. Roger Zelazny

„Moją bronią jest mój umysł. Brat ma swój miecz, król Robert ma młot, a ja mam umysł… umysł zaś potrzebuje książek, podobnie jak miecz potrzebuje kamienia do ostrzenia, jeśli, oczywiście, ma zachować ostrość”. Krótki i rzeczowy. Taki jest Tyrion. Oto najlepsze, najzabawniejsze, najbardziej nieprzyzwoite i najmądrzejsze powiedzonka miniaturowego Machiavellego - karła o mózgu wielkości całej planety i sercu ze zmatowiałego złota. „Najlepsze są kłamstwa przyprawione odrobiną prawdy”. Aforyzmy i mądrości Tyriona Lannistera to najlepszy prezent dla fanów Pieśni lodu i ognia George’a R. R. Martina oraz serialu Gra o tron: zbiór przewrotnych powiedzeń niezrównanego Krasnala z Casterly Rock, z ilustracjami, których autorem jest Jonty Clark!

Brawurowa powieść graficzna osadzona w fascynującym Chicago przyszłości, pełnym intryg, przygód i spiskujących obcych. Po dziesięciu latach negocjacji, przedstawiciele międzygwiezdnej społeczności z trzystu czternastu gatunków wylądowali na Ziemi, prosząc o przyjęcie do ich wspólnoty. Po opóźnieniach Gwiezdny Port w Chicago wreszcie otwarto, przyciągając obcych dyplomatów, kupców i turystów, którzy podlegają prawom międzygalaktycznego traktatu, podczas gdy chicagowska policja dba o porządek poza jego granicami. Charlie Baker, nowy funkcjonariusz w dzielnicy Gwiezdnego Portu, z entuzjazmem podchodzi do swojej pracy. Jednak pierwszego dnia zostaje przywieziony na komisariat w kajdankach. Porucznik Bobbi Kelleher, oddana swojej pracy, często wpada w konflikty z Lyhannem Nhar-Lysem, szefem ochrony portu. Detektyw Aaron Stein, infiltrujący grupę ekstremistów nienawidzących kosmitów, odkrywa plany zamachu na kontrowersyjnego emisariusza handlowego. Wszyscy muszą działać razem, aby powstrzymać szaleńców przed zniszczeniem całego Wszechświata. Prawo i porządek w scenerii pełnej obcych!

Po wielkiej bitwie przyszłość Siedmiu Królestw wciąż wydaje się niepewna... Na wschodzie Daenerys Targaryen, ostatnia z rodu Targaryenów, włada przy pomocy swych trzech smoków miastem zbudowanym na marzeniach i pyle. Daenerys ma jednak tysiące wrogów i wielu z nich postanowiło ją odnaleźć... Tyrion Lannister, uciekłszy z Westeros, gdy wyznaczono nagrodę za jego głowę, również zmierza do Daenerys. Jego nowi towarzysze podróży nie są jednak obdartą bandą wyrzutków, jaką mogliby się wydawać, a jeden z nich może na zawsze pozbawić Daenerys praw do westeroskiego tronu... Północy broni gigantyczny Mur z lodu i kamienia. Tam właśnie przed Jonem Snow, dziewięćset dziewięćdziesiątym ósmym lordem dowódcą Nocnej Straży, stanie najpoważniejsze jak dotąd wyzwanie. Ma bowiem potężnych wrogów nie tylko w samej Straży, lecz również poza nią, pośród lodowych istot mieszkających za Murem... Wszędzie narastają gwałtowne konflikty, w których uczestniczą banici i kapłani, żołnierze i zmiennokształtni, szlachetnie urodzeni i niewolnicy. W czasie narastających niepokojów fale przeznaczenia nieuchronnie prowadzą bohaterów do największego ze wszystkich tańców...

The kingdom of the royal Stark family faces its ultimate challenge in the onset of a generation-long winter, the poisonous plots of the rival Lannisters, the emergence of the Neverborn demons, and the arrival of barbarian hordes.

Features lavish illustrations by such artists as Jim Burns, John Howe, Ted Nasmith, Steve Stone, Charles Vess, Stephen Youll and many others. All of the illustrations are from book covers, special editions, comic books, board and card games, concept art, and fan art personally selected by George Martin.

HBO's hit series A GAME OF THRONES is based on George R R Martin's internationally bestselling series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age. A DANCE WITH DRAGONS: AFTER THE FEAST is the SECOND part of the fifth volume in the series.

In this third volume of the epic series, the Seven Kingdoms are engulfed in turmoil as three contenders vie for the throne. Robb Stark defends his nascent kingdom against the Greyjoys, while Winterfell lies in ruins. Jon Snow faces an escalating threat beyond the Wall, and Daenerys Stormborn, with her growing dragon allies, seeks to reclaim her birthright. Joffrey Lannister, the uneasy ruler on the Iron Throne, contends with his rival, Lord Stannis, who is defeated and under the spell of a jealous sorceress. Meanwhile, Robb Stark rules the North from Riverrun, plotting against the Lannisters, who hold his sister hostage in King's Landing. As Daenerys traverses a war-torn continent, the stakes rise with the arrival of a barbaric wildling army, led by a horde of mythical Others—an unstoppable force of the living dead. As these opposing forces prepare for an epic confrontation, the fate of the Seven Kingdoms hangs in the balance, setting the stage for a monumental clash of power and survival. The land is poised for a cataclysmic storm of swords, where no one will rest until the final outcome is determined.

In the aftermath of a colossal battle, new threats are emerging from every direction. Tyrion Lannister, having killed his father, and wrongfully accused of killing his nephew, King Joffrey, has escaped from King's Landing with a price on his head.

The third volume in George R.R. Martin's superb and highly acclaimed epic fantasy A Song of Ice and Fire continues the richest, most exotic and mesmerising saga since The Lord of the Rings.

La 4ème de couverture indique : Of the five contenders for power, one is dead, another in disfavor, and still the wars rage as violently as ever, as alliances are made and broken. Joffrey, of House Lannister, sits on the Iron Throne, the uneasy ruler of the land of the Seven Kingdoms. His most bitter rival, Lord Stannis, stands defeated and disgraced, the victim of the jealous sorceress who holds him in her evil thrall. But young Robb, of House Stark, still rules the North from the fortress of Riverrun. Robb plots against his despised Lannister enemies, even as they hold his sister hostage at King's Landing, the seat of the Iron Throne. Meanwhile, making her way across a blood-drenched continent is the exiled queen, Daenerys, mistress of the only three dragons still left in the world. But as opposing forces maneuver for the final titanic showdown, an army of barbaric wildlings arrives from the outermost line of civilization. In their vanguard is a horde of mythical Others--a supernatural army of the living dead whose animated corpses are unstoppable. As the future of the land hangs in the balance, no one will rest until the Seven Kingdoms have exploded in a veritable storm of swords

George R.R. Martin's A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE -- the story so far. The greatest epic work of the modern age is now available in a collectible box set. Now a major Sky Atlantic TV series from HBO, featuring a stellar cast.

In a land where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. The cold is returning and in the frozen wastes to the north of Winterfell, sinister and supernatural forces are massing beyond the kingdom's protective Wall. At the center of the conflict lie the Starks of Winterfell, a family as harsh and unyielding as the land they were born to. Sweeping from a land of brutal cold to a distant summertime kingdom of epicurean plenty, this is a tale of lords and ladies, soldiers and sorcerers, assassins and bastards, who come together in a time of grim omens.

NOW THE ACCLAIMED HBO SERIES GAME OF THRONES—THE MASTERPIECE THAT BECAME A CULTURAL PHENOMENON Here is the first book in the landmark series that has redefined imaginative fiction and become a modern masterpiece. A GAME OF THRONES In a land where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. The cold is returning, and in the frozen wastes to the North of Winterfell, sinister and supernatural forces are massing beyond the kingdom’s protective Wall. At the center of the conflict lie the Starks of Winterfell, a family as harsh and unyielding as the land they were born to. Sweeping from a land of brutal cold to a distant summertime kingdom of epicurean plenty, here is a tale of lords and ladies, soldiers and sorcerers, assassins and bastards, who come together in a time of grim omens. Amid plots and counterplots, tragedy and betrayal, victory and terror, the fate of the Starks, their allies, and their enemies hangs perilously in the balance, as each endeavors to win that deadliest of conflicts: the game of thrones. A GAME OF THRONES • A CLASH OF KINGS • A STORM OF SWORDS • A FEAST FOR CROWS • A DANCE WITH DRAGONS

The kingdom of the Stark family faces its ultimate challenge in the onset of a generation-long winter, the poisonous plots of the rival Lannisters, the emergence of the Neverborn demons, and the arrival of barbarian hordes.

The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros are plagued by civil war, while the Night's Watch mounts a reconnaissance force to investigate the mysterious people known as wildlings. Meanwhile Daenerys Targaryen continues her quest to return to and conquer the Seven Kingdoms. All signs are foreshadowing a terrible disaster that is to come.

A series of maps to illustrating the lands and cities of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series

New threats emerge to endanger the future of the Seven Kingdoms, as Daenerys Targaryen, ruling in the East, fights off a multitude of enemies, while Jon Snow, Lord Commander of the Night's Watch, faces his foes both in the Watch and beyond the great Wall of ice and stone.

This illustrated volume is a comprehensive history of the Seven Kingdoms, providing vividly constructed accounts of the epic battles, bitter rivalries, and daring rebellions that lead to the events of 'A Song of Ice and Fire' and HBO's Game of Thrones.

WARRIORS is the first of three mass-market paperback volumes of a 250,000-word anthology of never-before-published stories from today's top writers about war and warriors, past, present, and future.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The perfect gift for fans of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and HBO's Game of Thrones, this one-of-a-kind adult coloring book features forty-five exclusive illustrations! ALL MEN MUST DRAW In a world where weddings are red, fire is green, and debts are paid in gold, countless images leap off the page thanks to the eye-popping intricacy of the vivid settings and details. Now, for the first time, fans of this blockbuster saga can fill in the blanks and marvel as this meticulously imagined universe comes to life, one sword, sigil, and castle at a time. With dozens of stunning original black-and-white illustrations from world-renowned illustrators Yvonne Gilbert, John Howe, Tomislav Tomic, Adam Stower, and Levi Pinfold, this unique collector's item expands the reach of an international phenomenon with flying colors

This lavish visual history--featuring over 150 new, full-colour illustrations--is a stunning introduction to House Targaryen, the iconic family at the heart of HBO's Game of Thrones prequel series, House of the Dragon. For hundreds of years, the Targaryens sat the Iron Throne of Westeros while their dragons ruled the skies. The story of the only family of dragonlords to survive Valyria's Doom is a tale of twisty politics, alliances and betrayals, and acts both noble and craven. The Rise of the Dragon chronicles the creation and rise of Targaryen power in Westeros, covering the history first told in George R. R. Martin's epic Fire & Blood, from Aegon Targaryen's conquest of Westeros through to the infamous Dance of the Dragons--the bloody civil war that nearly undid Targaryen rule for good. Packed with all-new artwork, the Targaryens--and their dragons--come vividly to life in this deluxe reference book. Perfect for fans steeped in the lore of Westeros, as well as those who first meet the Targaryens in the HBO series House of the Dragon, The Rise of the Dragon provides a must-have overview for anyone looking to learn more about the most powerful family in Westeros.

Chrysalis, the glass-skinned queen of the Joker underworld, has been found brutally murdered in her popular restaurant, the Crystal Palace. Now two men are out to find her killer - Jay Ackroyd, the Ace private detective who discovered her ruined body, and the vigilante archer known as The Yeoman, who has been framed for the crime. Their quest leads them on a nightmare journey of madness, violence, passion and intrigue that will forever alter the fate of those who contracted the Wild Card virus. Collaboratively written by George R. R. Martin and John J. Miller, this is both a gripping mystery and a chilling story of suspense.

George R.R. Martin's epic fantasy masterwork is brought to life in the pages of these full-colour graphic novels.

The mega-bestseller A Game of Thrones now has a new format--the graphic novel. This is the second volume of the graphic adaptation, compiling issues 7-12 of the 24-issue comic run, which renowned comic publisher Dynamite will be producing in close conjunction with Random House.

An arson investigator uncovers a conspiracy linked to a devastating church fire that claimed many lives in Jokertown, a community affected by an alien virus. In a world where some gain superpowers and others face horrific mutations, Hannah Davis must navigate a treacherous landscape filled with powerful government figures indifferent to the plight of jokers. As she delves deeper into the Card Sharks conspiracy, she learns about the virus's origins and races against time to expose the truth and protect those impacted by the virus.

Exploring beloved universes created by Roger Zelazny, this anthology offers a collection of stories that evoke nostalgia and familiarity. Readers will encounter narratives set in iconic realms such as Lord of Light and Jack of Shadows, featuring characters and themes that resonate with Zelazny's unique style. This tribute not only celebrates his legacy but also invites fans to reconnect with cherished worlds and figures, making it a must-read for enthusiasts of his work.

Crows will fight over a dead man's flesh, and kill each other for his eyes.Bloodthirsty, treacherous and cunning, the Lannisters are in power on the Iron Throne in the name of the boy-king Tommen. The war in the Seven Kingdoms has burned itself out, but in its bitter aftermath new conflicts spark to life.The Martells of Dorne and the Starks of Winterfell seek vengeance for their dead. Euron Crow's Eye, as black a pirate as ever raised a sail, returns from the smoking ruins of Valyria to claim the Iron Isles. From the icy north, where Others threaten the Wall, apprentice Maester Samwell Tarly brings a mysterious babe in arms to the Citadel.Against a backdrop of incest and fratricide, alchemy and murder, victory will go to the men and women possessed of the coldest steel and the coldest hearts.

Travel on a journey of intrigue and adventure in this collaborative novel edited by No,1 New York Times bestselling author George R. R. Martin and written by five of science fiction's most imaginative talents: Stephen Leigh, Victor Milan, Walton Simons, Melinda M. Snodgrass, and Walter Jon Williams.

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Return to the unique and evocative world of 'The Dying Earth' in this tribute anthology featuring the most distinguished fantasists of our day. Here are 22 brand-new adventures set in the world of Jack Vance's greatest novel.

Book five of the original Wild Cards series, now in trade paperback

A young squire intends to reinvent himself as a hedge knight after his master's death, but the path to knighthood sends him down a dangerous road.

Now, for the first time, the best of the Locus Awards for short fiction are gathered in one volume. Spanning the absolute finest in science fiction and fantasy short fiction for the last thirty years, this anthology is an indispensable guide to speculative fiction from the classic to the outrageous by the leaders of the field.

Dunk the Tall and Egg enter Standfast, a region beset by drought. The battle over the water from the only stream leads to animosity between Ser Eustace and Lady Rohanne, the Red Widow.

The kingdom of the Stark family faces its ultimate challenge in the onset of a generation-long winter, the poisonous plots of the rival Lannisters, the emergence of the Neverborn demons, and the arrival of barbarian hordes.

A full-color graphic novel edition of The Mystery Knight, one of the thrilling Dunk and Egg novellas from George R. R. Martin's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and a prequel of sorts to A Game of Thrones Every wedding needs a singer, and every tourney needs a mystery knight. Westeros is eerily peaceful. King Aerys I sits on the Iron Throne. A ravaging plague has abated. Yet beneath the surface, tensions linger sixteen years after a failed rebellion. In these restless times, noble hedge knight Ser Duncan the Tall-Dunk, to his friends-and his precocious boy squire, Egg, travel the Seven Kingdoms performing chivalrous deeds, though Egg's bloodline must be concealed at all costs. After heading north for Winterfell, Dunk and Egg are lured off the kingsroad by a wedding feast-and an unusually lucrative tournament. The champion jouster will claim a rare trophy indeed: a dragon's egg. Dunk, always better in a melee, would be satisfied with a hot meal, a cup of wine, and a purse full of coins. But a treasonous plot is more likely to hatch before another dragon ever stretches its wings. Someone's on to Egg. And a mystery knight with designs on an even bigger prize soon throws the entire affair into chaos.

A classic novel from George R.R. Martin, author of the hit HBO TV series A GAME OF THRONES Haviland Tuf is an honest space-trader (one of the few), and he likes cats. So how is it that, despite being up against the worst villains in the universe, he has become the proud owner of the last working seedship, pride of Earth's Ecological Engineering Corps? We'll leave that aside for now - just be thankful that the most powerful weapon in space is in good hands, hands which now control cellular material for thousands of outlandish creatures. With his unique equipment and powerful spacecraft, Tuf is set to tackle the myriad problems that human settlers have created during their colonisation of far flung worlds. Hosts of hostile monsters, a population addicted to procreation, a dictator who is willing to unleash plagues to get his own way - and all that stands between the colonists and disaster is Tuf's ingenuity, and his reputation as an honest dealer in a universe of rogues ...

MISTFALL IS TOMORROW The Hugo Award-winning story of a culture with a strange religion, and the young woman who succumbs to the consequences of its belief system... a man trapped between the realms of real and not-real in a lonely deep-space outpost... a hero whose exemplary life is a disposable item to his superiors... a life-or-death football game which determines the survival of nations... an eerie white antique car that challenges a young man to race on the knife-edge of reality... these and other stories define the future worlds of George R.R. Martin... complex, ingenious, prophetic, yet vividly real, reverberating with implications for our own reality. Contents: - With Morning Comes Mistfall (1973) - The Second Kind of Loneliness (1972) - Override (1973) - Dark, Dark Were the Tunnels (1973) - The Hero (1971) - FTA (1974) - Run to Starlight (1974) - The Exit to San Breta (1972) - Slide Show (1973) - A Song for Lya (1974)

The death of King Robert Baratheon and the imprisonment of his Hand, Lord Eddard Stark of Winterfell, has set the great houses of Westeros at one another's throats. In Winterfell, Eddard's eldest son and heir, Robb Stark, has gathered an army and is pushing south, determined to free his father. Along the way, he pledges to marry the daughter of Lord Walder Frey in exchange for a military advantage that allows him to capture Jaime Lannister - a powerful bargaining chip to ensure Lord Eddard's safe release. But it is one thing to capture the Kingslayer and quite another to hold him. Meanwhile, in King's Landing, young King Joffrey has other ideas than an exchange of prisoners. Ignoring the advice of his mother, Queen Cersei, he throws oil on the flames of conflict and ignites a conflagration that seems likely to consume not only the Starks but all of Westeros - unless Tyrion Lannister, the Imp, can bring the mad boy-king to heel. Beyond the Wall, greater dangers are brewing, as a winter as brutal as any in history approaches, bringing with it unnatural creatures out of legend. There, Eddard's bastard, Jon Snow, must decide once and for all where his loyalties lie. And across the Narrow Sea, Daenerys Targaryen will learn the true measure of grief - and emerge from its fiery depths transformed, hardened, and ready to claim what is hers by right: the Iron Throne

Set in the Wild Cards universe, this novel concludes the Card Shark trilogy, escalating the stakes as a devastating biological weapon threatens global safety. With a gripping narrative that ties together the events of its predecessors, Card Sharks and Marked Cards, it delivers an explosive finale filled with intrigue and high-stakes drama, showcasing the unique blend of superhero and alternate history elements that fans have come to love from the series.

The second volume in a four-part full-color graphic novel adaptation of the second book in George R. R. Martin’s landmark A Song of Ice and Fire series, the inspiration for HBO’s Game of Thrones. As chaos grips Westeros, a flaming red comet continues to burn a crimson path across the sky. Some see this fiery herald as a sign of their impending victory. Others see it as a mark of the blood and terror that will soon engulf this divided kingdom. But one thing is certain: None of the six contenders who seek either the Iron Throne, or the lands their ancestors once held as kings, are willing to back down. And as factions scatter or come together, there are many witnesses to the unrest that is to come. Arya Stark finds herself in the heart of enemy territory at Harrenhal, while her mother is trapped between two brothers battling each other for their dead brother’s throne. In the heart of King’s Landing, Tyrion is busy ferreting out traitors as the Hand of the King, while Jon is beginning to comprehend the lawlessness of life beyond the Wall. New friends arrive in Winterfell for Bran, a forgotten son finds life in the Iron Islands quite different than he remembered, and the Mother of Dragons at last arrives in the fabled city of Qarth. But even as these would-be kings draw their lines of battle, it is the people of Westeros who will most suffer for their ambitions. For when kings clash, it is the commoners who bear the greatest cost.

Rights to develop Wild Cards for TV have been acquired by Universal Cable Productions, the team that brought you The Magicians and Mr. Robot, with the co-editor of Wild Cards, Melinda Snodgrass as executive producer. Pursued by the CIA, the DEA, and the Wild Card mistress of the winds, Mistral, renegade biochemist Mark Meadows uses the three personalities buried in his psyche to outwit his pursuers. Fleeing across Europe and Asia, Mark meets a Vietnam veteran with an astounding plan—to lead an army of jokers in a war of conquest. Caught between jokers who despise him and nationalists who want him dead, Mark must decide whether to unleash his ace powers for a madman’s bloody dream, or to stay true to his peaceful ideals—and die. The Wild Cards series goes into unexplored depths in Wild Cards XII: Turn of the Cards, a standalone novel written by award-winning author Victor Milan and edited by #1 New York Times bestselling author George R. R. Martin.

George R.R. Martin's epic fantasy masterwork A Song of Ice and Fire is brought to life in the pages of this full-colour graphic novel. This is the first part of a four-volume adaptation of the second book in the series, A CLASH OF KINGS.

THE INSPIRATION FOR HBO AND SKY'S HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Centuries before A Game of Thrones, an even greater game began, one that set the skies alight with dragon flame and saw the Seven Kingdoms turned to ash. The thrilling history of the Targaryens comes to life in George R.R. Martin's FIRE & BLOOD. So began the Targaryens' bloody rule, with fire and blood. Setting brother against brother, mother against daughter, and dragon against dragon. Chronicled by a learned maester of the Citadel, this thrilling and bloody history of Westeros tells the story of where the battle for the Iron Throne began...

A collection of Martin's early works, including his Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker award-winning stories, cool fan pieces, and the original novella "The Ice Dragon," from which Martin's New York Times bestselling children's book of the same title originated

George R.R. Martin's epic fantasy masterwork A Song of Ice and Fire is brought to life in the pages of this full-colour graphic novel. This is the third part of a four-volume adaptation of the second book in the series, A Clash of Kings.

This collection features the finest short fiction by George R.R. Martin, including 'Nightflyers', which has been adapted into a Netflix series. In this story, nine scientists embark on a voyage aboard the Nightflyer, aiming to make contact with a mysterious alien race. However, they soon discover that the greatest challenge lies not in the vastness of space or the unknown aliens, but within the ship itself. Martin is celebrated for his ability to weave riveting plots with rich character development, showcasing his versatility across genres—from werewolves to spaceships, wizards to vampires. His acclaimed saga, A Song of Ice and Fire, has transformed the fantasy genre for a new generation and garnered him a dedicated readership. This collection is a treasure trove of stories that is essential not only for Martin fans but for anyone who appreciates fantastic literature. Critics laud Martin as the best in epic fantasy, highlighting his vivid storytelling and complex characters. His writing captivates readers from the very first pages, making this collection a must-read for enthusiasts of the genre.

Centuries before the events of A Game of Thrones, an epic saga unfolds, igniting the skies with dragon fire and transforming the Seven Kingdoms. This masterful work by George R.R. Martin, author of A Song of Ice and Fire, delves into the thrilling history of House Targaryen, the last family of dragonlords to survive the Doom of Valyria. The narrative begins with Aegon the Conqueror, the creator of the Iron Throne, and chronicles the generations of Targaryens who fought to maintain their power, culminating in a civil war that nearly shattered their dynasty. Key questions are explored, such as the true events of the Dance of the Dragons, the dangers of visiting Valyria post-Doom, and the notorious deeds of Maegor the Cruel. Readers will experience what life was like in Westeros when dragons soared through the skies. This essential chronicle, narrated by a learned maester of the Citadel, features over eighty new black-and-white illustrations by Doug Wheatley. With the grandeur reminiscent of Gibbon's The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, this work offers a fresh perspective on the dynamic, often bloody, and endlessly captivating history of Westeros.

In 1946, an alien virus that rewrites human DNA was accidentally unleashed in the skies over New York City. It killed 90% of those it infected. 9% of those who survived mutated into tragically deformed creatures. And 1% gained superpowers

All You Need Is Ears is the story of George Martin, the man who spotted the Beatles' talent, who recorded and produced them from the start, and who brought their musical ideas to life. In this witty and charming autobiography, he describes exactly what it was like to work in the studio with the Beatles.

The return of the famous shared-world superhero books created and edited by George R. R. Martin, author of A Song of Ice and Fire For decades, George R.R. Martin - bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire - has collaborated with an ever-shifting ensemble of science fiction and fantasy icons to create the amazing Wild Cards universe. In the aftermath of World War II, the Earth's population was devastated by a terrifying alien virus. Those who survived were changed for ever. Some, known as Jokers, were cursed with bizarre mental and physical deformities; others, granted superhuman abilities, are known as Aces. Wild Cards tells the stories of this world.

Acclaimed writer and editor Robert Silverberg has curated a collection featuring eleven renowned Fantasy authors, each contributing a new story inspired by their famous series. Stephen King presents "The Little Sisters of Eluria," a tale of Roland, the Gunslinger, set in The Dark Tower universe. Terry Pratchett offers a humorous incident in Discworld with "The Sea and Little Fishes," highlighting a magical contest involving Granny Weatherwax. Terry Goodkind explores the origins of the Border between realms in "Debt of Bones," tied to The Sword of Truth. Orson Scott Card shares a story of Alvin and his apprentice in "Grinning Man," drawn from the Tales of Alvin Maker. Silverberg himself revisits Majipoor in "The Seventh Shrine," where Lord Valentine embarks on an adventure in an ancient tomb. Ursula K. Le Guin adds a sequel to her Earthsea series with "Dragonfly," focusing on a woman's quest to learn magic. Tad Williams crafts a dark tale set in a haunted castle before the events of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn in "The Burning Man." George R.R. Martin's "The Hedge Knight" takes place a generation prior to A Song of Ice and Fire. Ann McCaffrey returns to Pern in "Runner of Pern," while Raymond E. Feist's "The Wood Boy" is set in the Riftwar Saga. Lastly, Robert Jordan's "New Spring" reveals pivotal events leading to The Wheel of Time, featuring the meeting of Lan and Moiraine as they begin their search for the child destined to lea

Set in the Wild Cards universe, this anthology explores a unique house in Cornwall that acts as a gateway to the multiverse. Each story delves into the diverse characters and events connected to this extraordinary location, blending elements of fantasy and science fiction. The collection showcases the creativity of various authors, offering readers a rich tapestry of narratives that highlight the house's significance in the broader multiverse.

Let the secret history of the world be told—of the alien virus that struck Earth after World War II, and of the handful of survivors who found they now possessed superhuman powers. Some were called Aces, endowed with powerful mental and physical prowess. The others were Jokers, tormented by bizarre mind or body disfigurements. Some served humanity. Others wreaked terror. Now, forty years later, under the streets of Manhattan an evil genius unleashes the powers of darkness—and Aces and Jokers alike must fight for their lives.Here, in the third volume of the Wild Cards series, seven of science fiction's most gifted writers take you on a journey of wonder and excitement.Includes stories by:Edward BryantLeanne C. HarperGeorge R. R. MartinJohn J. MillerLewis ShinerWalter SimonsMelinda M. Snodgrass

Superheroes and villains clash over the human heart in this engaging anthology of original stories set in the Wild Cards universe, created by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Game of Thrones. An alien virus wreaks havoc, with outcomes as unpredictable as a game of cards: some draw the black queen and perish, others gain superpowers by drawing an ace, while some become bizarrely mutated jokers. Yet, the quest for love remains a powerful human instinct. Aces and jokers alike are in search of love, having lost it, or seeking to exploit it for personal gain. In this collection, you'll find a variety of tales, including a jewel thief who seduces a popular actor to locate a long-lost treasure, a teenager in the body of a giant snail trying to win his love in a Cyrano de Bergerac-style twist, and a man who discovers his life's purpose after meeting a captivating butterfly woman. Additionally, a young hero, humorously named Hero McHeroface, finds solace with an astrologer who harbors her own unique abilities. This anthology explores the Wild Cards perspective on love—whether finding, seeking, losing, or achieving it—as aces and jokers engage in the ultimate gamble for their heart's desire. Featuring contributions from various authors and edited by George R. R. Martin, this collection promises a mix of the crazy, touching, and familiar.

"In hardcover for the first time, Full House brings together the Wild Cards stories that have been previously published on Tor.com, including works from: Daniel Abraham Cherie Priest David D. Levine Walter Jon Williams Paul Cornell Carrie Vaughn Caroline Spector Stephen Leigh Melinda M. Snodgrass And more!"--

Abner Marsh has had his dearest wish come true - he has built the Fevre Dream, the finest steamship ever to sail the Mississippi. Abner hopes to race the boat some day, but his partner is making it hard for him to realise his ambition. Joshua York put up the money for the Fevre Dream, but now rumours have started about the company he keeps, his odd eating habits and strange hours. As the Dream sails the great river, it leaves in its wake one too many dark tales, until Abner is forced to face down the man who helped to make his dreams become reality.

A "reissue of the second volume in the classic Wild cards series"--Page 4 of cover.

The return of the renowned shared-world superhero series created and edited by George R. R. Martin, author of A Song of Ice and Fire, brings the Wild Cards universe back to life. Following World War II, a devastating alien virus altered the Earth's population. Survivors became Jokers, marked by strange deformities, while others, known as Aces, gained superhuman powers. Now, the virus has reached Britain, where Queen Margaret presides over a realm inhabited by legendary figures like Herne the Hunter and Spring-heeled Jack. Her Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill, endowed with extraordinary longevity, collaborates with the Enigma ace Alan Turing to form the Order of the Silver Helix. They must gather all the wild cards available to confront the alarming mutations caused by the virus. This installment, the first Wild Cards novel set in the UK, serves as an ideal entry point for newcomers to the series. It features a remarkable collection of original stories from celebrated authors in science fiction and fantasy, including Paul Cornell, Marko Kloos, Mark Lawrence, and others, ensuring an engaging experience for both new and returning readers.

Return to the unique and evocative world of The Dying Earth, edited by best- selling author George R. R. Martin, in this tribute anthology featuring the most distinguished fantasists of our day. Here are twenty-two brand-new adventures set in the world of Jack Vance's greatest novel.

A politically conscious group of Wild Cards, superhuman survivors of an alien virus that struck the earth after World War II, search the globe to discover the fate of other virus victims.

The return of the famous shared-world superhero books created and edited by fantasy titan George R.R. Martin. In the aftermath of World War II, the Earth's population was devastated by a terrifying alien virus. Those who survived were changed for ever. This is the story of that world.

Marathonone of history's most pivotal battles. Its very name evokes images of almost superhuman courage, endurance, and fighting spirit. But until now, the story of what happened at Marathon has been told exclusively through the narrow viewpoint of specialists in antiquity

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Here is the second of two volumes featuring the best in modern fantasy. These masterly short novels are both mesmerizing stand-alones and indispensable additions to the epics on which they are based.TERRY BROOKS adds an exciting epilogue to The Wishsong of Shannara in "Indomitable," the tale of Jair Ohmsford's desperate quest to complete the destruction of the evil Ildatch . . . armed with only the magic of illusion.GEORGE R.R. MARTIN continues the adventures of Dunk, a young knight, and his unusual squire, Egg, in "The Sworn Sword," set a generation before the events in A Song of Ice and Fire.DIANA GABALDON turns to an important character from her Outlander saga—Lord John Grey—in "Lord John and the Succubus," a supernatural thriller set in the early days of the Seven Years War.ORSON SCOTT CARD tells a tale of Alvin Maker and the Mighty Mississippi, featuring a couple of ne'er-do-wells named Jim Bowie and Abe Lincoln, in "The Yazoo Queen."ELIZABETH HAYDON tells of the destruction of Serendair and the fate of its last defenders in "Threshold," set at the end of the Third Age of her Symphony of Ages series.(Source: back cover)

Set in the Wild Cards universe, this anthology showcases a vibrant collection of all-new stories where superheroes and villains clash over the human heart. Contributors explore the impact of an alien virus that mutates some individuals while granting superpowers to others, weaving together unique narratives that highlight the complexities of heroism and villainy. With contributions from a diverse array of writers, the anthology offers fresh perspectives and engaging tales within a richly developed world.

"Epic conclusion to the Rox Triad. Will the Jumpers destroy NYC? After too many disastrous raids and military embarrassments, government orders are sent for a full-out, no-holds-barred blitzkrieg against the Jumper gang and its ringleader, Bloat. As the final battle rages, the Turtle throws in the towel, Modular Man switches sides, Reflector faces defeat. Legion 'dies'-- and assassins reach Bloat's chamber. This is it folks. The final days of the Rox."--Back cover

Edited by George R. R. Martin, the New York Times bestselling author of A Game of Thrones, Wild Cards X: Double Solitaire from Melinda Snodgrass, creator of Dr. Tachyon, is the first solo Wild Cards novel! Soon to be a show on Hulu! Rights to develop Wild Cards for TV have been acquired by Universal Cable Productions, the team that brought you The Magicians and Mr. Robot, with the co-editor of Wild Cards, Melinda Snodgrass as executive producer. Aboard his grandfather's spaceship and fleeing the violent turmoil between jokers, aces, and nats that his vicious ambition spawned, Blaise is headed for a new conquest: the planet Takis. Dr. Tachyon is left behind... but he's lost more than his only way of returning to his homeworld. Blaise has stolen his body, as well—leaving Tach trapped in the pregnant body of a teenage runaway. Tachyon must sell his soul to reach Takis—and once there, confront Blaise amidst the political and military machinations of Takisian society. Treachery and treason await him. At stake is nothing less than the destiny of an entire world.

Abner Marsh has had his dearest wish come true - he has built the Fevre Dream, the finest steamship ever to sail the Mississippi. Abner hopes to race the boat some day, but his partner is making it hard for him to realise his ambition. Joshua York put up the money for Fevre Dream, but now rumours have started about the company he keeps, his odd eating habits and strange hours. As the Dream sails the great river, it leaves in its wake one too many dark tales, until Abner is forced to face down the man who helped his dreams become reality.

Back in print after a decade, expanded with new original material, this is the first volume of George R. R. Martin's Wild Cards shared-world series

From George R. R. Martin's Introduction to Warriors: "People have been telling stories about warriors for as long as they have been telling stories. Since Homer first sang the wrath of Achilles and the ancient Sumerians set down their tales of Gilgamesh, warriors, soldiers, and fighters have fascinated us; they are a part of every culture, every literary tradition, every genre. Our contributors make up an all-star lineup of award-winning and bestselling writers, representing a dozen different publishers and as many genres. We asked each of them for the same thing—a story about a warrior. Some chose to write in the genre they're best known for, while others ventured into new territory. Within these pages, you'll encounter warriors of every shape, size, and color, spanning every epoch of human history, from the past to the future, and even from fantastical realms. The stories range in tone; some will evoke sadness, others laughter, and many will keep you on the edge of your seat. Included are a long novella from the world of Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin, a new tale of Lord John by Diana Gabaldon, and an epic of humanity at bay by David Weber, alongside original tales by numerous acclaimed authors. Together, they create a volume of unforgettable reading."