A mysterious traveler intervenes in an epic holy war in this "impressive, challenging debut" of the critically acclaimed fantasy epic (Publishers Weekly, starred review).
The first book in R. Scott Bakker's Prince of Nothing series introduces readers to a strikingly original and engrossingly vivid new world. With its language and classes of people, its cities, religions, mysteries, taboos, and rituals, The Darkness That Comes Before has drawn comparison to J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and Frank Herbert's Dune. Bakker's Eärwa is a world scarred by an apocalyptic past, evoking a time both two thousand years past and two thousand years into the future. As untold thousands gather for a crusade, two men and two women are ensnared by a mysterious traveler, Anasûrimbor Kellhus--part warrior, part philosopher, part sorcerous, charismatic presence--from lands long thought dead. The Darkness That Comes Before is a history of this great holy war, and like all histories, the survivors write its conclusion. The Prince of Nothing SeriesLes informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
R. Scott Bakker is a student of literature, history, philosophy, and ancient languages. His books include the Prince of Nothing trilogy: The Darkness that Comes Before, The Warrior Prophet, and The Thousandfold Thought. The Aspect-Emperor series is a sequel series that includes The Judging Eye, The White-Luck Warrior, The Great Ordeal, and The Unholy Consult. He lives in London, Ontario.
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Paperback. Etat : Good. A mysterious traveler emerges from a forgotten land as nations prepare for a holy war in this acclaimed opening novel of R. Scott Bakker's Prince of Nothing trilogy. Combining vast worldbuilding, political intrigue, and philosophical depth across the sprawling realm of Eärwa, The Darkness That Comes Before is ideal for readers who enjoy Dune, The Lord of the Rings, and other ambitious works of epic fantasy. "An impressive, challenging debut." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) For centuries, humanity has believed the horrors of the First Apocalypse were buried in the distant past. But as armies gather, rival faiths clash, and powerful rulers pursue their own ambitions, ancient forces begin to stir once more. Beneath the turmoil of a world on the brink, a long-forgotten threat is returning. Into this conflict steps Anasûrimbor Kellhus, a brilliant warrior-philosopher from a hidden society long thought lost. As his influence spreads across the Three Seas, allies, enemies, sorcerers, and kings alike find themselves drawn into a struggle that could determine the fate of civilization itself. Dark, intelligent, and unforgettable, The Darkness That Comes Before is the beginning of one of fantasy's most ambitious and thought-provoking series, perfect for readers who enjoy epic fantasy, complex characters, political intrigue, military conflict, and richly imagined worlds. It is the history of a great holy war, and like all histories, the survivors write its conclusion. The Prince of Nothing Series The Darkness That Comes Before The Warrior Prophet The Thousandfold Thought. N° de réf. du vendeur 00110137833
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Paperback. Etat : Good. A mysterious traveler emerges from a forgotten land as nations prepare for a holy war in this acclaimed opening novel of R. Scott Bakker's Prince of Nothing trilogy. Combining vast worldbuilding, political intrigue, and philosophical depth across the sprawling realm of Eärwa, The Darkness That Comes Before is ideal for readers who enjoy Dune, The Lord of the Rings, and other ambitious works of epic fantasy. "An impressive, challenging debut." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) For centuries, humanity has believed the horrors of the First Apocalypse were buried in the distant past. But as armies gather, rival faiths clash, and powerful rulers pursue their own ambitions, ancient forces begin to stir once more. Beneath the turmoil of a world on the brink, a long-forgotten threat is returning. Into this conflict steps Anasûrimbor Kellhus, a brilliant warrior-philosopher from a hidden society long thought lost. As his influence spreads across the Three Seas, allies, enemies, sorcerers, and kings alike find themselves drawn into a struggle that could determine the fate of civilization itself. Dark, intelligent, and unforgettable, The Darkness That Comes Before is the beginning of one of fantasy's most ambitious and thought-provoking series, perfect for readers who enjoy epic fantasy, complex characters, political intrigue, military conflict, and richly imagined worlds. It is the history of a great holy war, and like all histories, the survivors write its conclusion. The Prince of Nothing Series The Darkness That Comes Before The Warrior Prophet The Thousandfold Thought. N° de réf. du vendeur CIN1590201183G
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