Questa saga epica trasporta i lettori in un mondo pieno di magia, intricate trame politiche e brutali lotte di potere. Segui i viaggi di personaggi complessi mentre affrontano colpi di scena inaspettati e ambiguità morali. La serie approfondisce le complessità della natura umana, offrendo un'esperienza di lettura accattivante e immersiva.
A collection of Martin's early works, including his Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker award-winning stories, cool fan pieces, and the original novella "The Ice Dragon," from which Martin's New York Times bestselling children's book of the same title originated
Band 2 der Erzählungen-Sammlung "Traumlieder" vereint 11 zwischen 1975 und 1985 entstandene Storys und Novellen, die jeweils mit vorangestellten autobiografischen Essays versehen und inhaltlich in 3 Genre-Kategorien unterteilt sind: "Fantasy" (3), "Science-Fiction-Horror" (6) und "Science-Fiction" (2). Sie alle beweisen einmal mehr die Bandbreite des literarischen Schaffens des US-Autors, der sich in der Tradition von Tolkien, Lovecraft und Howard sieht. Die vornehmlich eigenständigen, abwechslungsreichen Geschichten entführen oft stimmungsvoll und bilderreich in die Welt der Drachen ("Der Eisdrache") und Weltenwanderer ("Die einsamen Lieder Laren Dorrs"), der ausserirdischen Monster ("Sandkönige") oder der skurrilen Öko-Science-Thriller mit dem unerschrockenen Biogenetik-Protagonisten Haviland Tuf ("Eine Bestie für Norn"). Martin, mit der Vorliebe für hybride Genre-Mixturen, schafft immer wieder eigenwillige, teils poetische, teils bizarre oder beklemmende Szenarien mit überraschenden Pointen. Für SciFi- und Fantastik-Fans eine weitere Pflichtlektüre - breit empfohlen
This collection features the finest short fiction by George R.R. Martin, including 'Nightflyers', which has been adapted into a Netflix series. In this story, nine scientists embark on a voyage aboard the Nightflyer, aiming to make contact with a mysterious alien race. However, they soon discover that the greatest challenge lies not in the vastness of space or the unknown aliens, but within the ship itself. Martin is celebrated for his ability to weave riveting plots with rich character development, showcasing his versatility across genres—from werewolves to spaceships, wizards to vampires. His acclaimed saga, A Song of Ice and Fire, has transformed the fantasy genre for a new generation and garnered him a dedicated readership. This collection is a treasure trove of stories that is essential not only for Martin fans but for anyone who appreciates fantastic literature. Critics laud Martin as the best in epic fantasy, highlighting his vivid storytelling and complex characters. His writing captivates readers from the very first pages, making this collection a must-read for enthusiasts of the genre.
Marathonone of history's most pivotal battles. Its very name evokes images of almost superhuman courage, endurance, and fighting spirit. But until now, the story of what happened at Marathon has been told exclusively through the narrow viewpoint of specialists in antiquity