Dragonsbane by Barbara Hambly (English) Paperback Book

Description: Dragonsbane by Barbara Hambly A rich and breath-taking fantasy classic full of whirlwind adventure, magic and dragons – Dragonsbane is the first book in Barbara Hamblys landmark epic quartet, The Winterlands. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A rich and breath-taking fantasy classic full of whirlwind adventure, magic and dragons – Dragonsbane is the first book in Barbara Hamblys landmark epic quartet, The Winterlands. When the Black Dragon seizes the capital of Bel, the young noble, Gareth, must journey into the decaying Northlands to find John Aversin, Dragonsbane – the only living man ever to slay a dragon. Upon arrival, Gareth also meets Jenny Waynest the half-taught sorceress and mother of Aversins sons.A bargain is struck: witch and dragonkiller agree to rid the city of its monster in return for the kings aid in their wintry home which is beset by bandits. But when they reach court, nothing is as they expected.For Gareth is no mere noble, and the king is in the thrall of a deeply evil power that seeks total control over the land. The kingdom crumbles. Perhaps the dragon that Jenny and John have been brought to slay is the least of their enemies… Author Biography Barbara Hambly was born in San Diego. Her interest in fantasy began with reading The Wizard of Oz at an early agae and has continued ever since. She attended the University of California, Riverside, specializing in medieval history and then spent a year at the University at Bordeaux in Southern France as a teaching and research assistant. She now lives in Los Angeles. Review This is literary alchemy of a high order, and it confirms Hamblys place as one of the best new fantasists.LocusWhen the author is Barbara Hambly, prepare for something special.Locus Review Quote This is literary alchemy of a high order, and it confirms Hamblys place as one of the best new fantasists. Locus When the author is Barbara Hambly, prepare for something special. Locus Feature * One of Hamblys most spectacular fantasy adventures, Dragonsbane sold 20k in Unwin paperback. * Barbara Hambly is the author of many highly regarded fantasy novels, including the bestselling Darwath Trilogy (The Time of the Dark, The Walls of Air, The Armies of Daylight), which sold over 75k in Unwin paperback. * Hambly is a major US author whose sales regularly reach six figures in the States. Details ISBN000837418X Author Barbara Hambly Year 2019 ISBN-10 000837418X ISBN-13 9780008374181 Publication Date 2019-12-12 Format Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 813.54 Pages 296 Series Winterlands Language English UK Release Date 2019-12-12 Imprint HarperVoyager Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Alternative 9780008374198 Series Number Book 1 Audience General AU Release Date 2020-01-07 NZ Release Date 2020-01-07 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160743663;

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