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A Game of Thrones

By George R.R. Martin
Series: A Song of Ice and Fire
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A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin is a gripping tale of political intrigue, family loyalties, and power struggles in the fantasy realm of Westeros. As noble families vie for control of the Iron Throne, their alliances and betrayals set off a chain of events with far-reaching consequences. The story intricately weaves together the destinies of several characters, each facing personal and political conflicts amidst the backdrop of an impending and mysterious threat from the north.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are captivated by epic fantasy worlds filled with political intrigue, complex characters, and unpredictable plot twists. Set in a richly detailed universe, it will appeal to those who love battles for power, family dynamics, and a tapestry of interwoven stories. If you're a fan of gripping storytelling with a touch of the fantastical, this novel might be perfect for you.

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A Game of Thrones

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 GAME OF THRONES is the first volume in the series.

The bestselling classic epic fantasy series behind the award-winning HBO and Sky TV show and phenomenon GAME OF THRONES

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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 Game of Thrones is the first volume in the series.

Kings and queens, knights and renegades, liars, lords and honest men… all will play the Game of Thrones.

Summers span decades. Winter can last a lifetime. And the struggle for the Iron Throne has begun.

It will stretch from the south, where heat breeds plots, lusts, and intrigues; to the vast and savage eastern lands; all the way to the frozen north, where a 700-foot wall of ice protects the kingdom from the dark forces that lie beyond. The Game of Thrones. You win, or you die.

Book One of A Song of Ice and Fire begins the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age.

Winter is coming…

Series: A Song of Ice and Fire

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George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones is praised for its complexity and depth, drawing comparisons to historical events like the Wars of the Roses and Imperial Rome. Acclaimed as a masterpiece of fantasy literature, it's noted for its immersive and effortless reading experience. Esteemed authors highlight Martin as a master craftsman, with his created world standing out for its imagination and diversity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007428540

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 March 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperVoyager

Edition: TV tie-in edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 45.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 550g

Pages: 864

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About the Author

George R.R. Martin is the author of fifteen novels and novellas, including five volumes of A Song of Ice and Fire, several collections of short stories, as well as screenplays for television and feature films. Dubbed 'the American Tolkien', George R.R. Martin has won numerous awards including the World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement Award. He is an Executive Producer on HBO's Emmy Award-winning Game of Thrones, which is based on his A Song of Ice and Fire series. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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