Bøger af George R. R. Martin

Fra en mester inden for moderne fantasy kommer her en roman med en fantasikraft, der ikke ligner noget andet, man har læst. Med A Game of Thrones – KAMPEN OM TRONEN har George R.R. Martin skabt et mesterværk, der rummer alt det bedste, som genren har at byde på.  Mystik, intriger, romantik og eventyr fylder siderne i denne storslåede fortælling, der er første del af en stort anlagt serie.For lang tid siden, i tidernes morgen, bragte en overnaturlig begivenhed uorden i årstiderne. I et land, hvor somrene kan vare flere årtier og vintrene en menneskealder, er der uro i luften. Kulden er på vej tilbage, og i den store iskolde vildmark nord for Vinterborg er skumle kræfter ved at samle sig på den anden side af Muren, der beskytter kongeriget. Begivenhederne udspiller sig skiftevis i et goldt land med kulde og i et sommervarmt rige med overflod. Det er en fortælling om lorder og ladyer, soldater og troldmænd, snigmordere og bastarder, hvis veje krydses i en tid med grumme varsler. Der optræder en gådefuld krigerbande med sværd, der ikke er menneskeskabte, en stamme af barbariske vildlinge, der driver mænd til vanvid, en brutal ung drageprins, der sælger sin søster for at genvinde sin tabte trone, et barn, der rammes af en ulykke og svæver mellem liv og død, og en beslutsom kvinde, der begiver sig ud på en farefuld rejse for at beskytte alt det, hun har kært. I en broget verden med hemmelige planer og modplaner, tragedie og forræderi, sejr og nederlag, forbundsfæller og fjender er Starkernes skæbne uvis, efterhånden som begge sider bestræber sig på at vinde sejr i den farligste kamp: kampen om tronen. KAMPEN OM TRONEN er uforlignelig, hvad angår både spændvidde og udførelse, en læselimousine af de dejligt lange, som fanger læseren fra de første sider, fastholder ham og ender med at give ham lyst til at læse mere. 

Vesterøerne er nu delt mellem flere konger, og de forskellige huse kæmper om magten og overlevelse. Alliancer bliver indgået og brudt. En blodig krig raser i riget – og vinteren bliver barskere.  Drengekongen Joffrey af huset Lannister sidder på Jerntronen og regerer De Syv Kongedømmer. Hans største rival Lord Stannis står besejret og ydmyget tilbage som offer for den røde kvindes jalousi, troldkvinden, der indgyder frygt hos voksne mænd. I Flodborg sidder den unge Robb Stark og planlægger at angribe Lannisterne, selvom de holder hans ene søster som gidsel i Kongshavn. Hans anden søster er på flugt. Deres bastardbror Jon Sne befinder sig nord for Muren. Her har rebellen Mance Rayder samlet en hær af de forskellige stammer, en blanding af vilde og hensynsløse krigere, for at drage sydpå. Daenerys, den sidste af Drageslægten, blander sig også i kampen om tronen. Som fange må Jaime Lannister gå grueligt meget igennem, mens hans dværgebror Tyrion kommer højt på strå. Vesterøerne er på randen af sammenbrud. Fremtiden er uvis; truslerne kommer både indefra og udefra. De Syv Kongedømmer er på nippet til at eksplodere i en veritabel storm af sværd. Lydbogen er indlæst af Martin Greis-Rosenthal

Både velkendte ansigter og nye kræfter kæmper om at vinde fodfæste i Vesterøerne, der er et splittet rige. Efter Stannis Baratheons sejr over vildlingene i Slaget ved Muren indgår Jon Sne som lordkommandant for Nattens Vogtere en overraskende alliance med dem for at ruste sig til mødet med den langt farligere fjende, der truer fra landet nord for Muren. Stannis Baratheon er draget sydpå for at forene de stridende  parter i Nord under sig i kampen mod Lannister-dynastiet.Med Cersei Lannister fængslet i Kongshavn er Kevan Lannister blevet værge for den unge kong Tommen og må både forsøge at holde på magten og holde sammen på familien, der blev hårdt ramt af mordet på Tywin Lannister. I landene østpå regerer Daenerys Targaryen over bystaten Meereen, hvor hun må vogte sig mod interne forræderier og kæmpe mod en modstandsbevægelse, samtidig med at hendes drager vokser sig større og bliver mere uregerlige. Uden hendes vidende er repræsentanter for familier i Vesterøerne på vej mod Meereen for at søge indflydelse hos hende.   ’En dans med drager’ er femte bind i George R.R. Martins romanserie ’En Sang om Is og Ild’, som er filmatiseret i tv-serien ’Game of Thrones’.   Lydbogen er indlæst af Martin Greis-Rosenthal.

Kalder alle elskere af George R.R. Martin! I dette nye værk får vi svar på, hvad der egentlig foregik i Westeros før KAMPEN OM TRONEN begyndte. Der var en tid før den isnende kulde kom tilbage og før alle de skumle kræfter begyndte at samles i den store vildmark på den anden side af Muren, og nu får vi endelig svar på spørgsmål om fortiden. Ild & blod er historien om Targaryen-klanen i Westeros, og den handler om, hvordan magtforholdene i De Syv Kongeriger endte, som de gjorde. Vi hører om Valyrias storhed og fald, og også om hvordan den incestuøse Targaryen-slægt etablerede en helt ny æra fra Dragonstone. Bogen er en sand perle af medrivende historier om landet Westeros.

Set centuries before the events in A Song of Ice and Fire, FIRE AND BLOOD is the definitive history of the Targaryens in Westeros as told by Archmaester Gyldayn, chronicling the conquest that united the Seven Kingdoms under Targaryen rule through to the Dance of the Dragons: the Targaryen civil war that nearly ended their dynasty forever.The thrilling history of the Targaryens comes to life in this masterly work by the author of A Song of Ice and Fire, the inspiration for HBO's Game of Thrones.With all the fire and fury fans have come to expect from internationally bestselling author George R.R. Martin, this is the first volume of the definitive two-part history of the Targaryens in Westeros.Centuries before the events of A Game of Thrones, House Targaryen - the only family of dragonlords to survive the Doom of Valyria - took up residence on Dragonstone. Fire and Blood begins their tale with the legendary Aegon the Conqueror, creator of the Iron Throne, and goes on to recount the generations of Targaryens who fought to hold that iconic seat, all the way up to the civil war that nearly tore their dynasty apart.What really happened during the Dance of the Dragons? Why was it so deadly to visit Valyria after the Doom? What were Maegor the Cruel's worst crimes? What was it like in Westeros when dragons ruled the skies? These are but a few of the questions answered in this essential chronicle, as related by a learned maester of the Citadel, and featuring more than eighty all-new black-and-white illustrations by artist Doug Wheatley.With all the scope and grandeur of Gibbon's The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, Fire and Blood is the ultimate game of thrones, giving readers a whole new appreciation for the dynamic, often bloody, and always fascinating history of Westeros.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER *; Taking place nearly a century before the events of A Game of Thrones, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms compiles the first three official prequel novellas to George R. R. Martin's ongoing masterwork, A Song of Ice and Fire. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY LOS ANGELES TIMES AND BUZZFEED These never-before-collected adventures recount an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne, and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living consciousness. Before Tyrion Lannister and Podrick Payne, there was Dunk and Egg. A young, naïve but ultimately courageous hedge knight, Ser Duncan the Tall towers above his rivals—in stature if not experience. Tagging along is his diminutive squire, a boy called Egg—whose true name is hidden from all he and Dunk encounter. Though more improbable heroes may not be found in all of Westeros, great destinies lay ahead for these two . . . as do powerful foes, royal intrigue, and outrageous exploits. Featuring more than 160 all-new illustrations by Gary Gianni, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a must-have collection that proves chivalry isn't dead—yet.Praise for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms ';Readers who already love Martin and his ability to bring visceral human drama out of any story will be thrilled to find this trilogy brought together and injected with extra life.'—Booklist ';The real reason to check out this collection is that it's simply great storytelling. Martin crafts a living, breathing world in a way few authors can. . . . [Gianni's illustrations] really bring the events of the novellas to life in beautiful fashion.'—Tech Times';Stirring . . . As Tolkien has his Silmarillion, so [George R. R.] Martin has this trilogy of foundational tales. They succeed on their own, but in addition, they succeed in making fans want more.'—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ';Pure fantasy adventure, with two of the most likable protagonists George R. R. Martin has ever penned.'—Bustle ';A must-read for Martin's legion of fans . . . a rousing prelude to [his] bestselling Song of Ice and Fire saga . . . rich in human drama and the colorful worldbuilding that distinguishes other books in the series.'—Publishers Weekly

"Kongernes kamp" er andet bind af George R.R. Martins storslåede romancyklus, som indledtes med  "Kampen om tronen". Serien, som indtil videre består af fem bind, er et ægte mesterværk inden for store eventyrlige romaner og samler det bedste, genren kan tilbyde: mysterier, intriger, magi, romancer og eventyr.To store ledere – lord Eddard Stark og Robert Baratheon – er blevet ofre for kongeligt forræderi. Vesterøernes Syv Kongedømmer hærges af borgerkrig. Der hersker kaos fra Dragenstens gamle citadel til Vinterborgs frygtindgydende kyster. Fire konger kæmper om at få kontrol over et splittet land og De Syv Kongedømmers Jerntrone, og de vil gennemføre deres krav med storm, oprør og krig. Brødre konspirerer mod brødre, og de døde går igen om natten. En prinsesse forklæder sig som en forældreløs dreng; en ridder i sindet tilbereder en gift til en forræderisk troldkvinde; og vilde mænd kommer ned fra Månebjergene for at hærge landet. På en baggrund af blodskam og brodermord, alkymi og mord vil sejren måske tilfalde de mænd og kvinder, som er i besiddelse af det koldeste stål … og de koldeste hjerter. For når konger kæmper, skælver landet.

846 sider, paperback. 4. bind i serien "A Song of Ice and Fire".

Beautiful leather-bound slipcase editions of George R.R. Martin's landmark epic A Song of Ice and Fire, the inspiration for the world's most-watched television series, Game of Thrones.

NOW THE ACCLAIMED HBO SERIESGAME OF THRONESTHE MASTERPIECE THAT BECAME A CULTURAL PHENOMENONWinter is coming. Such is the stern motto of House Stark, the northernmost of the fiefdoms that owe allegiance to King Robert Baratheon in far-off King's Landing. There Eddard Stark of Winterfell rules in Robert's name. There his family dwells in peace and comfort: his proud wife, Catelyn; his sons Robb, Brandon, and Rickon; his daughters Sansa and Arya; and his bastard son, Jon Snow. Far to the north, behind the towering Wall, lie savage Wildings and worseunnatural things relegated to myth during the centuries-long summer, but proving all too real and all too deadly in the turning of the season.Yet a more immediate threat lurks to the south, where Jon Arryn, the Hand of the King, has died under mysterious circumstances. Now Robert is riding north to Winterfell, bringing his queen, the lovely but cold Cersei, his son, the cruel, vainglorious Prince Joffrey, and the queen's brothers Jaime and Tyrion of the powerful and wealthy House Lannisterthe first a swordsman without equal, the second a dwarf whose stunted stature belies a brilliant mind. All are heading for Winterfell and a fateful encounter that will change the course of kingdoms.Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea, Prince Viserys, heir of the fallen House Targaryen, which once ruled all of Westeros, schemes to reclaim the throne with an army of barbarian Dothrakiwhose loyalty he will purchase in the only coin left to him: his beautiful yet innocent sister, Daenerys.

A dazzling illustrated edition of the book that started it allfor readers of A Song of Ice and Fire and fans of HBO'sGame of Thrones.Published in celebration of the twentieth anniversary of George R. R. Martin's landmark series, this lavishly illustrated special edition of A Game of Thronesfeaturing gorgeous full-page artwork as well as black-and-white illustrations in every chapterrevitalizes the fantasy masterpiece that became a cultural phenomenon. And now the mystery, intrigue, romance, and adventure of this magnificent saga come to life as never before. A GAME OF THRONES A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE: BOOK ONE With a special foreword by John Hodgman Winter is coming. Such is the stern motto of House Stark, the northernmost of the fiefdoms that owe allegiance to King Robert Baratheon in far-off King's Landing. There Eddard Stark of Winterfell rules in Robert's name. There his family dwells in peace and comfort: his proud wife, Catelyn; his sons Robb, Brandon, and Rickon; his daughters Sansa and Arya; and his bastard son, Jon Snow. Far to the north, behind the towering Wall, lie savage Wildings and worseunnatural things relegated to myth during the centuries-long summer, but proving all too real and all too deadly in the turning of the season.Yet a more immediate threat lurks to the south, where Jon Arryn, the Hand of the King, has died under mysterious circumstances. Now Robert is riding north to Winterfell, bringing his queen, the lovely but cold Cersei, his son, the cruel, vainglorious Prince Joffrey, and the queen's brothers Jaime and Tyrion of the powerful and wealthy House Lannisterthe first a swordsman without equal, the second a dwarf whose stunted stature belies a brilliant mind. All are heading for Winterfell and a fateful encounter that will change the course of kingdoms.Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea, Prince Viserys, heir of the fallen House Targaryen, which once ruled all of Westeros, schemes to reclaim the throne with an army of barbarian Dothrakiwhose loyalty he will purchase in the only coin left to him: his beautiful yet innocent sister, Daenerys.

THE BOOK BEHIND THE THIRD SEASON OF GAME OF THRONES,AN ORIGINAL SERIES NOW ON HBO.Here is the third volume in George R. R. Martin's magnificent cycle of novels that includes A Game of Thrones and A Clash of Kings. As a whole, this series comprises a genuine masterpiece of modern fantasy, bringing together the best the genre has to offer. Magic, mystery, intrigue, romance, and adventure fill these pages and transport us to a world unlike any we have ever experienced. Already hailed as a classic, George R. R. Martin's stunning series is destined to stand as one of the great achievements of imaginative fiction.A STORM OF SWORDSOf the five contenders for power, one is dead, another in disfavor, and still the wars rage as violently as ever, as alliances are made and broken. Joffrey, of House Lannister, sits on the Iron Throne, the uneasy ruler of the land of the Seven Kingdoms. His most bitter rival, Lord Stannis, stands defeated and disgraced, the victim of the jealous sorceress who holds him in her evil thrall. But young Robb, of House Stark, still rules the North from the fortress of Riverrun. Robb plots against his despised Lannister enemies, even as they hold his sister hostage at King's Landing, the seat of the Iron Throne. Meanwhile, making her way across a blood-drenched continent is the exiled queen, Daenerys, mistress of the only three dragons still left in the world. . . .But as opposing forces maneuver for the final titanic showdown, an army of barbaric wildlings arrives from the outermost line of civilization. In their vanguard is a horde of mythical Others--a supernatural army of the living dead whose animated corpses are unstoppable. As the future of the land hangs in the balance, no one will rest until the Seven Kingdoms have exploded in a veritable storm of swords. . . .

KRAGERNES RIGE er den fjerde bog i George R.R. Martins skelsættende serie EN SANG OM IS OG ILD.Et splittet kongerige har omsider fred i sigte. Det virker for godt til at være sandt: Efter århundreders bitter strid og skæbnesvangre forræderier tvinges de syv magter, som deles om landet, til en usikker våbenhvile. Tilsyneladende … Efter den uhyrlige kong Joffreys død hersker Cersei nu som regent i Kongshavn. Robb Starks død har knækket rebellerne i nord, og hans søskende er spredt rundt om i hele kongeriget som frø på den golde jord. Der er stadig enkelte personer der gør krav på den engang så eftertragtede Jerntrone, men de er enten for svage eller for langt borte til at gøre deres krav effektivt gældende. Krigen, der i sit raseri var uden for kontrol i så lang tid, har fortæret sig selv. Efter hvert kulminerende slag varer det ikke længe, før de overlevende, fredløse, overløbere og ådselædere begynder at samle sig for at pille kød af de dødes knogler og myrde andre for at bemægtige sig rovet. De menneskelige krager i De Syv Kongedømmer samles ved et festmåltid af aske. Der bliver planlagt dristige nye komplotter og dannet farlige nye alliancer, og overraskende ansigter – nogle velkendte, andre viser sig kun i forbigående – dukker frem fra en ildevarslende skumring af forgangne slag og kaos for at tage udfordringerne op, der venter ude i fremtiden.  Det er en tid, da de kloge og ærgerrige, de svigefulde og viljestærke erhverver sig de færdigheder det skal til for at overleve i de skrækindjagende tider, der venter dem. Tiden er inde til for adelige og borgere, soldater og troldmænd, snigmordere og vismænd at gå sammen og sætte deres liv og lykke på spil.  – For i kragernes rige er der mange om rovet – men kun få vil overleve. Det amerikanske tv-selskab HBO er som bekendt i gang med en meget rost filmatisering under serietitlen Game of Thrones.

Perfect for fans of HBO's Game of Thrones-a boxed set featuring the first five novels!An immersive entertainment experience unlike any other, A Song of Ice and Fire has earned George R. R. Martin-dubbed "the American Tolkien" by Time magazine-international acclaim and millions of loyal readers. Now here is the entire monumental cycle: A GAME OF THRONES A CLASH OF KINGS A STORM OF SWORDS A FEAST FOR CROWS A DANCE WITH DRAGONS "One of the best series in the history of fantasy."-Los Angeles Times Winter is coming. Such is the stern motto of House Stark, the northernmost of the fiefdoms that owe allegiance to King Robert Baratheon in far-off King's Landing. There Eddard Stark of Winterfell rules in Robert's name. There his family dwells in peace and comfort: his proud wife, Catelyn; his sons Robb, Brandon, and Rickon; his daughters Sansa and Arya; and his bastard son, Jon Snow. Far to the north, behind the towering Wall, lie savage Wildings and worse-unnatural things relegated to myth during the centuries-long summer, but proving all too real and all too deadly in the turning of the season. Yet a more immediate threat lurks to the south, where Jon Arryn, the Hand of the King, has died under mysterious circumstances. Now Robert is riding north to Winterfell, bringing his queen, the lovely but cold Cersei, his son, the cruel, vainglorious Prince Joffrey, and the queen's brothers Jaime and Tyrion of the powerful and wealthy House Lannister-the first a swordsman without equal, the second a dwarf whose stunted stature belies a brilliant mind. All are heading for Winterfell and a fateful encounter that will change the course of kingdoms. Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea, Prince Viserys, heir of the fallen House Targaryen, which once ruled all of Westeros, schemes to reclaim the throne with an army of barbarian Dothraki-whose loyalty he will purchase in the only coin left to him: his beautiful yet innocent sister, Daenerys. "Long live George Martin . . . a literary dervish, enthralled by complicated characters and vivid language, and bursting with the wild vision of the very best tale tellers."-The New York Times

Perfect for fans of A Song of Ice and Fire and HBO's Game of Thrones, these twelve stunning full-color maps-packaged together in a hardcover case that fits neatly on your bookshelf-are ideal for framing.George R. R. Martin's beloved series is bursting with a variety and richness of landscapes-from bitter tundra to arid wasteland and everything in between-that provide a sense of scale unrivaled in contemporary fantasy. Now this dazzling set of twelve foldable maps, featuring original artwork from illustrator and cartographer Jonathan Roberts, transforms Martin's epic saga into a world as fully realized as the one around us.The centerpiece of this gorgeous collection is guaranteed to be a must-have for any fan: the complete map of the known world, joining the lands of the Seven Kingdoms and the lands across the Narrow Sea for the first time in series history. But this is just one of many unique maps that aren't available anywhere else. There is an alternate version that tracks the movements of the series' protagonists through A Dance with Dragons, along with more detailed versions of the western, middle, and eastern thirds of the world; a full map of Westeros, combining North and South; one of the Dothraki Sea and the Red Wastes; and the Braavos city map. And here, too, are fan favorites detailing everything from urban sprawl to untamed wilds: maps of King's Landing; The Wall and Beyond the Wall; the Free Cities; and Slaver's Bay, Valyria, and Sothyros.Never before has the entire scope of Martin's universe been so exhaustively and fascinatingly depicted. The maps in this beautiful, one-of-a-kind collection will enrich your reading or viewing experience, provide another view of your favorite characters' epic journeys, and open up captivating new worlds-plus, they'll look great on any castle wall.

A collection of twenty-one all-original stories, by an all-star list of contributors, that can delight and astonish in equal measure with their cunning twists and dazzling reversals. It also includes a tale that chronicles one of the biggest rogues in the entire history of Ice and Fire.

Abner Marsh, den uheldige ejer af et næsten-krakket hjuldamperselskab, bliver kontaktet af den mystiske Joshua York, der vil indgå kompagniskab med ham og bygge den største, smukkeste og ikke mindst hurtigste hjuldamper på Mississippi. Sammen skaber de den fantastiske Fevre Dream. Men Joshua York er en mærkelig herre, der kun er oppe om natten. Og så går han og drikker af en ulækker likør, mørkerød og besk. Joshua York er vampyr, og han er på en mission: Han vil finde og ”frelse” sine medvampyrer, der lever rundt omkring i Sydstaterne, og bringe dem med sig til den sagnomspundne Dark City – et fristed for arten. York har nemlig moralske kvababbelser over artens morderiske livsform. Især er han ude efter en ubehagelig fætter ved navn Damon Julian, der lever et usædvanlig blodigt liv på en run-down plantage nede ved New Orleans. Sin egen natur tøjler han ved at indtage den likør, som han efter mange års eksperimenter har skabt til at undertrykke den ”røde tørst”. Men Damon Julian er en ”blodmester”, og han lader sig ikke sådan kue. Efter den uundgåelige konfrontation på Fevre Dream smider Julian både Marsh og York over bord og overtager damperen. Han indretter den nu til et flydende slagtehus – det går naturligvis først og fremmest ud over de allestedsnærværende sorte slaver. Damperen forsvinder – og Abner Marsh tilbringer de næste tretten år med at søge desperat efter den, indtil han opgiver og trækker sig tilbage. Men så får han et brev fra Joshua York, og sammen begiver de sig mod New Orleans til den sidste konfrontation med Julian.

596 sider, paperback. 3. bind, del 2 i serien "A Song of Ice and Fire".

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 CLASH OF KINGS is the second volume in the series.Throughout Westeros, the cold winds are rising.From the ancient citadel of Dragonstone to the forbidding lands of Winterfell, chaos reigns as pretenders to the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms stake their claims through tempest, turmoil and war.As a prophecy of doom cuts across the sky - a comet the colour of blood and flame - five factions struggle for control of a divided land. Brother plots against brother and the dead rise to walk in the night.Against a backdrop of incest, fratricide, alchemy and murder, the price of glory is measured in blood.

A THRILLING REINVENTION OF THE VAMPIRE NOVEL BY THE MASTER OF MODERN FANTASY, GEORGE R. R. MARTIN Abner Marsh, a struggling riverboat captain, suspects that something's amiss when he is approached by a wealthy aristocrat with a lucrative offer. The hauntingly pale, steely-eyed Joshua York doesn't care that the icy winter of 1857 has wiped out all but one of Marsh's dilapidated fleet; nor does he care that he won't earn back his investment in a decade. York's reasons for traversing the powerful Mississippi are to be none of Marsh's concernno matter how bizarre, arbitrary, or capricious York's actions may prove. Not until the maiden voyage of Fevre Dream does Marsh realize that he has joined a mission both more sinister, and perhaps more noble, than his most fantastic nightmareand humankind's most impossible dream.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and HBO's Game of Thrones, this one-of-a-kind adult coloring book features forty-five exclusive illustrations! ALL MEN MUST DRAW In a world where weddings are red, fire is green, and debts are paid in gold, countless images leap off the page thanks to the eye-popping intricacy of the vivid settings and details. Now, for the first time, fans of this blockbuster saga can fill in the blanks and marvel as this meticulously imagined universe comes to life, one sword, sigil, and castle at a time. With dozens of stunning original black-and-white illustrations from world-renowned illustrators Yvonne Gilbert, John Howe, Tomislav Tomic, Adam Stower, and Levi Pinfold, this unique collector's item expands the reach of an international phenomenon with flying colors.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER *; THE BOOK BEHIND THE FIFTH SEASON OF THE ACCLAIMED HBO SERIESGAME OF THRONESDon't miss the thrilling sneak peek of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire: Book Six, The Winds of WinterDubbed ';the American Tolkien' by Time magazine, George R. R. Martin has earned international acclaim for his monumental cycle of epic fantasy. Now the #1 New York Times bestselling author delivers the fifth book in his landmark seriesas both familiar faces and surprising new forces vie for a foothold in a fragmented empire. A DANCE WITH DRAGONSA SONG OF ICE AND FIRE: BOOK FIVEIn the aftermath of a colossal battle, the future of the Seven Kingdoms hangs in the balancebeset by newly emerging threats from every direction. In the east, Daenerys Targaryen, the last scion of House Targaryen, rules with her three dragons as queen of a city built on dust and death. But Daenerys has thousands of enemies, and many have set out to find her. As they gather, one young man embarks upon his own quest for the queen, with an entirely different goal in mind.Fleeing from Westeros with a price on his head, Tyrion Lannister, too, is making his way to Daenerys. But his newest allies in this quest are not the rag-tag band they seem, and at their heart lies one who could undo Daenerys's claim to Westeros forever.Meanwhile, to the north lies the mammoth Wall of ice and stonea structure only as strong as those guarding it. There, Jon Snow, 998th Lord Commander of the Night's Watch, will face his greatest challenge. For he has powerful foes not only within the Watch but also beyond, in the land of the creatures of ice.From all corners, bitter conflicts reignite, intimate betrayals are perpetrated, and a grand cast of outlaws and priests, soldiers and skinchangers, nobles and slaves, will face seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Some will fail, others will grow in the strength of darkness. But in a time of rising restlessness, the tides of destiny and politics will lead inevitably to the greatest dance of all.Praise for A Dance with Dragons ';Filled with vividly rendered set pieces, unexpected turnings, assorted cliffhangers and moments of appalling cruelty, A Dance with Dragons is epic fantasy as it should be written: passionate, compelling, convincingly detailed and thoroughly imagined.'The Washington Post ';Long live George Martin . . . a literary dervish, enthralled by complicated characters and vivid language, and bursting with the wild vision of the very best tale tellers.'The New York Times ';One of the best series in the history of fantasy.'Los Angeles Times