The Rise of the Dragon
By George R.R. Martin, Elio M. Garcia, Jr. & Linda Antonsson
- Release Date: 2022-10-25
- Genre: Epic Fantasy
Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This lavish visual history—featuring over 180 all-new illustrations—is a stunning introduction to House Targaryen, the iconic family at the heart of HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel series, House of the Dragon.
For hundreds of years, the Targaryens sat the Iron Throne of Westeros while their dragons ruled the skies. The story of the only family of dragonlords to survive Valyria’s Doom is a tale of twisty politics, alliances and betrayals, and acts both noble and craven. The Rise of the Dragon chronicles the creation and rise of Targaryen power in Westeros, covering the history first told in George R. R. Martin’s epic Fire & Blood, from Aegon Targaryen’s conquest of Westeros through to the infamous Dance of the Dragons—the bloody civil war that nearly undid Targaryen rule for good.
Packed with all-new artwork, the Targaryens—and their dragons—come vividly to life in this deluxe reference book. Perfect for fans steeped in the lore of Westeros, as well as those who first meet the Targaryens in the HBO series House of the Dragon, The Rise of the Dragon provides a must-have overview for anyone looking to learn more about the most powerful family in Westeros.
Reviews
Terrible
1By lamar jackson is a beastTerrible just terribleDid not add and cannot delete
1By damiensmunkiThis stupid book has randomly appeared in my library, and the option to remove it is unavailable. This is the only book in my library that cannot be removed, and I didn’t even buy it or add it as something I want to read later.History revealed!
1By Tweek tweak567I must admit, this guy was a good history book about the early stages of the Targaryen dynasty song of ice and fire universe but unfortunately, I felt it very dull and easy to put down. Plus the illustrations were good, but it doesn’t seem like something you couldn’t make with AI art nowadays. Well, I did find parts of the book inspiring since I myself am a wannabe fantasy writer, the book ultimately felt like a cash grab because from what I’ve read in other of you is there a lot compared to nothing new compared to it earlier book, fire, and blood.Nothing new…
1By Cyrus MirThe book just lines the pockets of racists. Don’t buy this.
