Fire and Blood

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Uncover the Epic History of the Targaryens with ” Fire and Blood”

Journey Through the Dragonlord Dynasty in the Prequel to HBO’s House of the Dragon

Fire &Blood by George R. R. Martin, the #1 New York Times Bestseller, delves deep into the lore of House Targaryen—the only dragonlords to survive the Doom of Valyria. This masterful chronicle, rich in detail and scope, sets the stage for HBO’s prequel series House of the Dragon.

What You’ll Discover:

• Aegon the Conqueror: Follow the rise of Aegon I, the visionary who forged the Iron Throne and began the Targaryen dynasty.
• Dynastic Struggles: Experience the epic saga of the Targaryens, from their earliest conquests to the civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons.
• Dragon-Ruled Westeros: Explore the golden age of dragons soaring over Westeros and the conflicts that shaped the realm.
• Mysteries Revealed: Uncover the truth behind the Doom of Valyria, the brutal reign of Maegor the Cruel, and the deadly perils of dragon-riding.

New Insights:

• Comprehensive History: For the first time, delve into the complete Targaryen narrative, previously touched on in The World of Ice & Fire, but now presented in its entirety.
• Illustrated Wonders: Featuring over eighty black-and-white illustrations by Doug Wheatley, the book vividly brings to life the grand and tumultuous history of the Targaryens.
• Historical Grandeur: With the depth and richness akin to Gibbon’s The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, Fire & Blood offers an unparalleled appreciation for Westeros’s dynamic and often bloody past.

Critical Acclaim:

• A Masterpiece: “A masterpiece of popular historical fiction.” — The Sunday Times
• Thrilling Narrative: “The saga is a rich and dark one… It’s hard not to thrill to the descriptions of dragons engaging in airborne combat…” — The Guardian

Author Background:

George R. R. Martin, celebrated for his groundbreaking A Song of Ice and Fire series, brings his unparalleled storytelling prowess to Fire & Blood. Known for creating the phenomenon that inspired HBO’s Game of Thrones, Martin’s world-building and intricate narratives have captivated readers worldwide. His other notable works include The World of Ice and Fire, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and the Wild Cards universe. He resides in Santa Fe, New Mexico.