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The Rise of the Dragon

An Illustrated History of the Targaryen Dynasty, Volume One

An Illustrated History of the Targaryen Dynasty, Volume One

An Illustrated History of the Targaryen Dynasty, Volume One

By George R. R. Martin, Elio M. García Jr. and Linda Antonsson

By George R. R. Martin, Elio M. García Jr. and Linda Antonsson

By George R. R. Martin, Elio M. García Jr. and Linda Antonsson

By George R. R. Martin, Elio M. García Jr. and Linda Antonsson

By George R. R. Martin, Elio M. García Jr. and Linda Antonsson
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By George R. R. Martin, Elio M. García Jr. and Linda Antonsson
Read by Harry Lloyd

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Part of The Targaryen Dynasty: The House of the Dragon

Part of The Targaryen Dynasty: The House of the Dragon

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Category: Epic Fantasy

Category: Epic Fantasy

Category: Epic Fantasy | Audiobooks

Hardcover $60.00

Oct 25, 2022 | ISBN 9781984859259

Ebook $17.99

Oct 25, 2022 | ISBN 9781984859266

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Oct 25, 2022 | 491 Minutes

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    About The Rise of the Dragon

    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.

    About The Rise of the Dragon

    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.

    About The Rise of the Dragon

    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.

    Includes a bonus PDF of illustrations from the book

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    About George R. R. Martin

    George R. R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including those of the acclaimed… More about George R. R. Martin

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    Product Details

    Category: Epic Fantasy

    Hardcover | $60.00
    Published by Ten Speed Press
    Oct 25, 2022 | 352 Pages | 9 x 11-7/8 | ISBN 9781984859259

    Category: Epic Fantasy

    Ebook | $17.99
    Published by Ten Speed Press
    Oct 25, 2022 | 352 Pages | ISBN 9781984859266

    Category: Epic Fantasy | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $25.00
    Published by Random House Audio
    Oct 25, 2022 | 491 Minutes | ISBN 9780593633465
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    “Every page of this book is filled with something beautiful to look at . . . a book that any collector of fantasy and fantasy artwork should have on their shelves.”—Forbes
     
    “A breathtaking look at the Targaryen Dynasty.”—Collider

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