Because he ran out of pages and deadlines, author George R. R. Martin picks up only half the threads of the amazingly intricate tapestry left unfinished in A STORM OF SWORDS, the previous volume of the epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire. The remaining storylines continue in the following book, A DANCE OF DRAGONS. As this fourth installment ...
The sequel to A GAME OF THRONES, this massive novel follows behind-the-throne machinations in all corners of the Westeros, as men (and women) vie to seize the kingdom by trickery, bloodshed, or magic. Meanwhile, the various disjunct members of House Stark struggle to survive in the war-torn land, while Daenerys Taragaryen and her ever-growing ...
George R.R. Martin's superb and highly acclaimed epic fantasy A Song of Ice and Fire, the richest, most exotic and mesmerising saga since The Lord of the Rings, continues with A Storm of Swords. There is passion here, and misery and charm, grandeur and squalor, tragedy, nobility and courage. The Seven Kingdoms are divided by revolt and blood feud ...
First volume of a brilliant new fantasy trilogy: the most powerful, original and absorbing new epic since Stephen Donaldson's Chronicles of Thomas Covenant. The first volume of George R R Martin's glorious high fantasy tells the tragic story of treachery, greed and war that threatens the unity of the Seven Kingdoms south of the Wall. Martin ...
A century before the events of "New York Times" best-selling author George R. R. Martin's epic series, "A Song of Ice and Fire", a squire named Dunk picks up the sword and shield of his dead master and enters a tournament to begin his career as a knight. But "Ser Duncan" has much to learn about this world of knights and nobles, and as he attempts ...
Abner Marsh has had his wish come true - he has built the Fevre Dream, the finest steamship to sail the Mississippi. Abner hopes to race the boat some day, but his partner is making it hard for him to realise his dreams. Joshua York put up the money for the Fevre Dream, but now rumours have started about his the company he keeps, his odd eating ...
Adapting "New York Times" best-selling author George R. R. Martin's "The Sworn Sword", the long-awaited sequel to "The Hedge Knight" tells the story of the adventures of Ser Duncan and his squire one year after their initial meeting at the tournament in Ashford. After traveling the land in search of the puppeteer girl Tanselle, Dunk and Egg find ...
In Atlanta, 1988, it is Democratic Convention time, and a charismatic evangelist and a secret ace with the power to control others battle with Michael Dukakis and Jesse Jackson for the Democratic nomination.
Amidst the fun and festivities of Wild Card Day there is an evil mind lurking, who hopes that the celebrations will go off with more than a band. The streets of New York have erupted in celebration of Wild Card Day - the annual event held every September 15th to remember the dead and cherish the living. It is a day for fire works, street fairs and ...
The #1 "New York Times" bestselling author returns with a rare treat for readers: a collection of the best of his short fiction, which shows his growth as a writer from his early days of fan fiction to the giant of the field he has become today.
The alien virus arrived on Earth just after World War II-and the world was never the same. For those who become infected, there are two results: death, or transformation. And depending on the recipient, death is sometimes the preferable outcome. Only a few lucky ones become superhuman "aces" as a side effect of the virus; and the rest are turned ...
A group of SF's most imaginative writers, who share a love of the larger-than-life comic book superheroes, presented each other with a challenge to compose stories featuring these superheroes and villains as flesh-and-blood people, living through this century's turbulent history. Contributors include Roger Zelazny, Kevin Andrew Murphy, Michael ...
30 years later, the victims of the gene-altering 'Wild Cards' virus face a new nightmare. From the far reaches of space comes The Swarm, a deadly menace that could very will destroy the planet. Aces and Jokers must form an uneasy alliance and prepare for a battle they must not lose. When a group of SF's most imaginative writers discovered they ...
Bestselling author Martin is a giant in the field of fantasy literature. Now he delivers a rare treat for readers: a compendium of his shorter works that offer fascinating insight into his journey from young writer to award-winning master.
The first fifteen volumes of the Wild Cards series concerned themselves primarily with aces (those given superhuman powers by the Wild Cards virus) and jokers (those whom the virus transformed into freaks and monsters). But in this all-new collection of Wild Cards stories, Deuces Down will focus on some characters less often in the spotlight: the ...
It all began in 1946, when the bizarre, gene-altering "Wild Cards" virus was unleashed in the skies over New York City. A virus that created super-powered Aces and bizarre, disfigured Jokers. Now, thirty years later, the victims face a new nightmare. From the far reaches of space comes The Swarm, a deadly menace that could very well destroy the ...
This work is from the multiple award-winning, best-selling author of "The Song of Ice and Fire" series. Haviland Tuf is an honest space-trader who likes cats. So how is it that, in competition with the worst villains the universe has to offer, he's become the proud owner of the last seedship of Earth's legendary Ecological Engineering Corps? Never ...
Here, in the fourth volume of the exciting series which began with Wild Cards, 11 of science fiction's most gifted writers take readers on a journey of wonder and excitement in this astonishing alternate history. Includes works by Stephen Leigh, John J. Miller, Leanne C. Harper and more.
The fifth volume in this totally-unique "mosaic novel" series. As in the previous volume, Aces Abroad, this one focuses on the effects of the Wild Card virus outside of the United States.
This convenient Portable Version of Edwards/Wattenberg/Lineberry, "Government in America: People, Politics, and Policy "features all the content of the original comprehensive text split into four lightweight, paperbacks-accompanied by new practice tests at the back of each volume. Framing its content within a resonant "politics matters" theme and ...
For the first time in history, the capabilities of the U.S. military far outstrip those of any potential rival. This text explores a wide range of ethical issues regarding the nature and purpose of voluntary military service, and the moral challenges posed by the "war" on terrorism.
From three of the most respected voices in the science fiction world comes this riveting, emotionally compelling morality tale set in an unforgiving alien world that ponders the perennial question: What makes us human?
The collaborative novel, adapted and expanded from several short stories, follows the adventures of a young woman named Maris whose society is centered around the ability to fly.
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