For hundreds of years, dragons ruled the skies of Westeros…
This lavish visual history featuring over 150 new, full-colour 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 Dragons3the bloody civil war that nearly undid Targaryen rule for good.
Packed with all-new artwork, the Targaryens3and their dragons3come 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 Author:
George R.R. Martin is the author of fifteen novels and novellas, including five
volumes of A Song of Ice and Fire, several collections of short stories, as
well as screenplays for television and feature films. Dubbed ‘the American
Tolkien’, George R.R. Martin has won numerous awards including the World
Fantasy Lifetime Achievement Award. He is an Executive Producer on HBO's Emmy
Award-winning Game of Thrones, which is based on his A Song of Ice and Fire
series. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
