The Art of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire
Foreword by George R. R. Martin.
Some of the greatest talents in fantastic art invite you to explore the lands of Westerors and beyond as never before. From the frozen wilderness beyond the Wall to sun-kissed Dorne, and from the rugged and brutal Iron Islands to the exotic East, the breathtaking sights and memorable characters of George R. R. Martin’s best-selling fantasy series are brought to life in this unique compilation.
March to the Wall with Jon Snow and the Sworn Brothers of the Night's Watch, and confront the terrible might of the wildling hordes and the bone-chilling horror of the Others. Follow Robb Stark's desperate campaign in the North, from the snow-shrouded Whispering Wood to the green banks of the Trident. Stand with Eddard Stark in the Small Council, and be drawn into the webs of intrigue and deceit spun by Varys the Spider and Cersei Lannister in King's Landing. Ride with Daenarys Targaryen in her great khalasar, as she begins her crusade against the Free Cities across the Narrow Sea.
The Art of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire features lavish and lovingly crafted illustrations by renowned fantasy artists such as Jim Burns, John Howe, Ted Nasmith, Steve Stone, Charles Vess, Stephen Youll, and many more. The unforgettable images in this volume are drawn from book covers and special editions, comic books, board and card games, concept art, and fan art personally selected by George Martin from the thousands of illustrations that have been inspired by his work.
The Art of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire is hardcover, with 192 gorgeous, glossy pages and full-color artwork.
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Reviews and Comments
This is a beautiful coffee table book for all fans of Martin's Song of Ice and Fire. In the beginning there's a collection of portraits of House Targaryen. I found this part especially interesting, because although the series is about time after these rulers, there is often references to them. Rest of the book is divided by location and contains scenic pictures and character portraits. What I really like that the artwork is from bunch of different artists, not just one person's interpretation, some of them well known, some enthusiastic fans. The downside is that the quality varies, and some of the pictures are little more than just black and white sketches. A big portion of the pictures can also be found online, so if you've done some surfing you've probably seen many of them.
The Art of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire is a "must have" book for everybody who loves George R.R. Martin's fantasy series. This nonfiction book contains many illustrations from several fantasy artists and quotes from the books. Some of the illustrations are stunningly beautiful. I enjoyed looking at the illustrations and I'm sure that if you're a fan of A Song of Ice and Fire, you'll probably enjoy them too.