One sentence summary
This book is an in-depth exploration of George R.R. Martin’s epic fantasy series, “A Song of Ice and Fire”.
Book genre
Non-fiction work, fantasy, history
Main topic of the book
The World of Ice & Fire is a comprehensive exploration of George R.R. Martin’s epic fantasy series, “A Song of Ice and Fire”.
Key ideas
The book offers a behind the scenes look into the world of Westeros and includes exclusive material from the “A Song of Ice and Fire” series, such as:
- A timeline of major events in the world of Westeros and the major Gods and powers.
- Biographies of the major gods and powers and their motivations.
- A detailed history of Westeros from the Dawn Age to the War of Conquest.
- Background information about the major houses of Westeros.
Main parts of the book and a short summary
The World of Ice & Fire is composed of four main parts.
- The Dawn Age: This section covers the earliest age of Westeros, from the first humans to the formation of the Seven Kingdoms. It also covers the major gods and powers of that era and their motivations.
- The Ages of Heroes: This section provides a timeline of major events such as the Long Night, and includes biographies of the key figures from this era and their actions.
- The War of Conquest: This part delves into the Targaryen conquest of Westeros and the formation of the Seven Kingdoms. It also covers the three-centuries-long history of Westeros during this era.
- The Age of Aegon’s Conquest to the Present: This section covers the period from the death of Aegon I Targaryen to the current day in the “A Song of Ice and Fire” series. It includes detailed histories of the major Westerosi houses, as well as information about key events such as Robert’s Rebellion.
Key takeaways
This book is an essential guide to George R.R. Martin’s world and is a must-have for fans of the “A Song of Ice and Fire” series. It is an in-depth exploration of Westeros, from the Dawn Age to the present day. It includes exclusive material from the series, such as biographies of major gods and powers, a detailed timeline, and detailed histories of the major houses of Westeros.
Author’s background and qualifications
George R.R. Martin is an acclaimed author of fantasy and science fiction, best known for his “A Song of Ice and Fire” series, which also went on to become a critically acclaimed HBO show, “Game of Thrones”. He is an alumnus of Northwestern University.
Target audience
The World of Ice & Fire is aimed at fans of George R.R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire” series. It is also suitable for readers interested in an in-depth exploration of Westeros and its inhabitants.
Publisher and first publication date
The World of Ice & Fire was published in 2014 by Bantam Books.