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The Tower of Fools

From the bestselling author of THE WITCHER series comes a new fantasy
By Andrzej Sapkowski
Series: The Hussite Trilogy
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The Tower of Fools by Andrzej Sapkowski is an epic tale set in a richly detailed fantasy world. Amidst religious wars and political turmoil, a doctor named Reinmar is entangled in a dangerous affair. His journey leads him to the mysterious Tower of Fools, where secrets and unexpected alliances challenge his perceptions and fate.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by complex, medieval fantasy worlds filled with rich historical settings, mystical intrigue, and compelling characters. The story weaves a narrative of adventure and intrigue, complete with philosophical undertones and touches of dark humour, making it an engaging read for those who appreciate a blend of history and fantasy.

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A BRAND NEW TRILOGY from the author of the legendary WITCHER series

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A BRAND NEW TRILOGY from the author of the legendary WITCHER series, set during the vibrantly depicted Hussite wars. Reinmar of Bielau, called Reynevan, flees after being caught in an affair with a knight's wife. With strange, mystical forces gathering in the shadows and pursued not only by the Stercza brothers bent on vengeance, but also by the Holy Inquisition, Reynevan finds himself in the Narrenturm, the Tower of Fools, a medieval asylum for the mad, or for those who dare to think differently and challenge the prevailing order. The 'patients' of this institution form an incomparable gallery of colourful types: including, among others, the young Copernicus, proclaiming the truth of the heliocentric solar system. This is the first in an epic new series from the phenomenon, ANDRZEJ SAPKOWSKI, author of the WITCHER books. Praise for Andrzej Sapkowski: 'Like Mieville and Gaiman, Sapkowski takes the old and makes it new' FOUNDATION 'Like a complicated magic spell, a Sapkowski novel is a hodge podge of fantasy, intellectual discourse and dry humour. Recommended' TIME

Series: The Hussite Trilogy

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  • Warriors of God
    Warriors of God, the second volume of the Hussite Trilogy by Andrzej Sapkowski, author of the bestselling Witcher series, depicts the adventures of Reynevan and his friends in the years 1427-28 as war erupts across Europe. Reynevan begins by hiding away in Bohemia but soon leaves for Silesia, where he carries out dangerous, secret missions entrusted to him by the...
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  • The Tower of Fools
    A BRAND NEW TRILOGY from the author of the legendary WITCHER series, set during the vibrantly depicted Hussite wars. Reinmar of Bielau, called Reynevan, flees after being caught in an affair with a knight's wife. With strange, mystical forces gathering in the shadows and pursued not only by the Stercza brothers bent on vengeance, but also by the Holy Inquisition,...
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  • Light Perpetual
    The epic conclusion to the Hussite Trilogy by the bestselling author of The Witcher finds Reynevan - infamous magician and disgraced scoundrel - on the run after being sentenced to death by the Catholic Church. Reynevan is besieged on all sides and faces torture and execution if he makes any mistake in his quest to find his beloved, Jutta of...
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  • Light Perpetual
    Light Perpetual
    The epic conclusion to the Hussite Trilogy by the bestselling author of The Witcher finds Reynevan—infamous magician and disgraced scoundrel—on the run after being sentenced to death by the Catholic Church. Reynevan is besieged on all sides and faces torture and execution if he makes any mistake in his quest to find his beloved, Jutta of Apolda. Aided by his...
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The Tower of Fools by Andrzej Sapkowski is praised for its immersive historical details, blending historical events and figures into the narrative. The book receives acclaim for its vivid landscapes, intricate politics, engaging characters, and a compelling mix of historical fiction and fantasy. It is described as a thrilling and witty story filled with elements of sex, death, magic, and madness, offering a satisfying experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473226142

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Contributors:

  • Translated by David French

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 400g

Pages: 576

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Andrzej Sapkowski Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: The Hussite Trilogy

About the Author

Andrzej Sapkowski was born in 1948 in Poland. He studied economy and business, but the success of his fantasy cycle about the sorcerer Geralt de Rivia turned him into a bestselling writer and he is now one of Poland's most famous and successful authors, selling more in his own country than Stephen King or Michael Crichton.

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