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A Dance With Dragons: Part 1 Dreams and Dust
Series: A Song of Ice and Fire
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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 DANCE WITH DRAGONS: DREAMS AND DUST is the FIRST part of the fifth volume in the series. ‘Richly satisfying and utterly engrossing’ Sunday Times
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 Dance With Dragons: Dreams and Dust is the first part of the fifth volume in the series. Set in a sprawling world of political intrigue, complex characters, and epic battles, this part continues the saga just as tensions are at their peak.
In King's Landing, Tyrion Lannister has been accused of the murder of his nephew, King Joffrey. Having also killed his father, he is now a fugitive with a considerable price on his head. His journey of survival reveals dangerous paths and uncertain allies as he struggles to find his new place in the world.
To the north lies the Wall, an immense fortification of ice and stone that serves as the last line of defence against the threats lurking beyond. Jon Snow, recently elected as the 998th Lord Commander of the Night’s Watch, faces opposition from within as well as the impending dangers from the wild lands outside the Wall. Jon's leadership is continually tested as he attempts to navigate the treacherous political and physical landscapes.
Meanwhile, across the sea in the city of Meereen, Daenerys Targaryen contends with the challenges of ruling a city built on dreams and dust. As she tries to enforce her vision of justice and confronts emerging threats, her struggle to maintain control becomes ever more arduous.
Richly satisfying and utterly engrossing, according to the Sunday Times, A Dance With Dragons: Dreams and Dust is a masterful continuation of a series where loyalties are tested, and power comes at a grave cost. The rich tapestry of interconnected storylines and deeply realised characters ensures that readers are drawn deeper into Martin's breathtakingly detailed world.
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A Dance With Dragons: Part 1 Dreams and Dust by George R.R. Martin receives high praise for its intricate and intoxicating complexity reminiscent of historical eras. It's described as an effortless read and highlights Martin as one of the best writers in the fantasy genre. The book is lauded as a splendid tale, captivating readers until dawn, showcasing Martin as a master craftsman in heroic fantasy with a highly imaginative and diverse world.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780007466061
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 March 2012
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperVoyager
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 45.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 490g
Pages: 704
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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