Band 2 der Erzählungen-Sammlung "Traumlieder" vereint 11 zwischen 1975 und 1985 entstandene Storys und Novellen, die jeweils mit vorangestellten autobiografischen Essays versehen und inhaltlich in 3 Genre-Kategorien unterteilt sind: "Fantasy" (3), "Science-Fiction-Horror" (6) und "Science-Fiction" (2). Sie alle beweisen einmal mehr die Bandbreite des literarischen Schaffens des US-Autors, der sich in der Tradition von Tolkien, Lovecraft und Howard sieht. Die vornehmlich eigenständigen, abwechslungsreichen Geschichten entführen oft stimmungsvoll und bilderreich in die Welt der Drachen ("Der Eisdrache") und Weltenwanderer ("Die einsamen Lieder Laren Dorrs"), der ausserirdischen Monster ("Sandkönige") oder der skurrilen Öko-Science-Thriller mit dem unerschrockenen Biogenetik-Protagonisten Haviland Tuf ("Eine Bestie für Norn"). Martin, mit der Vorliebe für hybride Genre-Mixturen, schafft immer wieder eigenwillige, teils poetische, teils bizarre oder beklemmende Szenarien mit überraschenden Pointen. Für SciFi- und Fantastik-Fans eine weitere Pflichtlektüre - breit empfohlen
Dream Songs Series
This epic saga transports readers to a world brimming with magic, intricate political schemes, and brutal power struggles. Follow the journeys of complex characters as they navigate unexpected plot twists and moral ambiguities. The series delves into the depths of human nature, offering a captivating and immersive reading experience.
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Dreamsongs I
- 592 pages
- 21 hours of reading
This collection features the finest short fiction by George R.R. Martin, including 'Nightflyers', which has been adapted into a Netflix series. In this story, nine scientists embark on a voyage aboard the Nightflyer, aiming to make contact with a mysterious alien race. However, they soon discover that the greatest challenge lies not in the vastness of space or the unknown aliens, but within the ship itself. Martin is celebrated for his ability to weave riveting plots with rich character development, showcasing his versatility across genres—from werewolves to spaceships, wizards to vampires. His acclaimed saga, A Song of Ice and Fire, has transformed the fantasy genre for a new generation and garnered him a dedicated readership. This collection is a treasure trove of stories that is essential not only for Martin fans but for anyone who appreciates fantastic literature. Critics laud Martin as the best in epic fantasy, highlighting his vivid storytelling and complex characters. His writing captivates readers from the very first pages, making this collection a must-read for enthusiasts of the genre.
Dreamsongs: Volume 1
- 704 pages
- 25 hours of reading
A collection of Martin's early works, including his Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker award-winning stories, cool fan pieces, and the original novella "The Ice Dragon," from which Martin's New York Times bestselling children's book of the same title originated
Dreamsongs
- 592 pages
- 21 hours of reading
The book every George R.R. Martin fan has been waiting for: a magnificent collection of the best-selling author's most evocative short fiction GRRM: A RRETROSPECTIVE is a massive collection of the best of George R.R. Martin's short fiction, containing 32 short stories and novellas, including the Hugo-winning 'A Song for Lya', the Bram Stoker-winning 'The Pear-Shaped Man' and 'The Skin Trade', which won the World Fantasy Award and is generally acclaimed as the finest werewolf story of our time. As well as the stories themselves, which span Martin's multi-faceted career, there are two television scripts, voluminous author commentary, an introduction by award-winning editor and writer Gardner Dozois and a comprehensive bibliography. This must-have volume by one of the brightest stars in the field of imaginative fiction.