This edition presents the first nine chapters of this fantasy epic. Set in a world scarred by battle and catastrophe over 8000 years, it tells of the deeds of men and women locked in the deadliest of conflicts and the legacy it will leave their children. In the game of thrones you win or you die.
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This edition presents the first nine chapters of this fantasy epic. Set in a world scarred by battle and catastrophe over 8000 years, it tells of the deeds of men and women locked in the deadliest of conflicts and the legacy it will leave their children. In the game of thrones you win or you die.
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Edition:
First UK edition-first printing of this preview edition
Publisher:
HarperCollins
Published:
1996
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
14791635064
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Seller's Description:
Very good. VGC, Voyager, 1996. Collector's Preview Edition. First UK edition-first printing of this preview edition (1 3 5 7 9 8 6 4 2). Small format paperback (some nicks and creases on the edges of the cover and spine) in VGC. Ex-Library book with some stamps, sticker and colour mark but in VGC. Illustrated with a b/w map. Nice and clean pages with a small ink mark and slightly tainted on the outer edges, small stain marks on the edges of the last five pages, small ink marks and light shelf wear on the edges of the pages. The book is in VGC with shelf wear. 124pp. A collectable and scarce book.
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Seller's Description:
Very Good in Not Issued jacket. Advance Issue. 12mo-over 6¾"-7¾" tall. Signed by Author Preview Edition issued simultaneoulsy with the first UK edition. Designated by the publisher as the "Collectors' Preview Edition." Perfect-bound illustrated wraps. No hardcover issue. Limitation unspecified. Meant for sale. Contains the Prologue and opening chapters of Book One of "A Song of Ice and Fire" series with map and blurbs by Robert Jordan, Julian May, et al. Signed by Martin on the title page. Minor shelfwear, mostly at the spine bottom, and beginning page toning. Very Good condition. First volume in Martin's Song of Ice and Fire series. Winner of 1997 Locus Award.
when you buy a hardback book? something about 9x6? surprise! this "hardback" is 4.5 x 6. a paperback size with hardcovers. it seems a bit dishonest to sell this as a hardback without disclosing it's paperback size.
Marcy K
Jun 13, 2014
A Game of Thrones
Purchased books and videos for my son, He loves them!
Emily D
Jun 6, 2013
Meh....maybe Clash of Kings is better
I'm always one who enjoys the books more than their television/movie counterparts; but this is one of those rare occasions where I'd rather just watch the show. I'm sure the second book is better since this is just the introductory book, but I found myself getting bored with the text, it's not as engrossing as I thought it would be.
Paula W
Sep 15, 2011
Royal Adventure
Great plot....awesome characters...always interesting...Fantasy fiction at its best!Royal
Ellyb
Aug 7, 2011
A staple of a good fantasy library
I have been a sci fi and fantasy reader for years, but somehow this series escaped my attention until a couple of years ago. It should practically be required reading for aspiring fantasy authors; THIS is how you build a world and its politics believably. THIS is how you develop characters. THIS is how you introduce supernatural events without your readers rolling their eyes. Martin has incredible attention to detail. The experience of delving into his books is rich and utterly engrossing. I had read other reviews that mentioned how political this series is, and that gave me pause, but Martin manages to keep the book from ever being bogged down because of it; rather, the political aspects lend the story its hint of mystery and suspense. The game of thrones is a bloody one. Start this series if you have a few months to commit, because once you get involved in this world, you won't be able to NOT care about the characters and their struggles. Highly recommended.
