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First Edition, First Printing of the Advanced Reader Copy Issued Before the First Printing Fine condition book in a Fine soft wrap dust jacket. Signed in the year of publication, SIGNED by George R.R. Martin in vibrant red ink on the title page ?To Michael / With Best Regards / George Martin / 9/26/96?. First ARC (printed in advance of the first printing), of the first book in the author?s acclaimed Game of Thrones series. Advanced Reader Copies most always are produced as a softcover. The ARC for A Game Of Thrones is a soft cover book with stiff outer wraps but also included a stiff heavy outer dust jacket which is printed on paper equivalent to card stock. Numerous images are shown of both the book and the dust jacket for review. An advance reading copy, advance review copy, advance reader?s edition, or advance copy is a free copy of a new book given by a publisher to booksellers, librarians, journalists, celebrities, or other peer before the book is published. The Game of Thrones Series has been likened to Tolkien?s Lord of the Rings saga and T.H. White?s Once and Future King. Critics call this ?one of the best fantasy series ever written? (Denver Post). The books in the series have sold more than 15 million copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages. A Game of Thrones is the first of seven planned novels in A Song of Ice and Fire, an epic fantasy series by American author George R. R. Martin. It was first published in August 1996. The novel won the 1997 Locus Award, and was nominated for both the 1998 Nebula Award and the 1997 World Fantasy Award. The novella Blood of the Dragon, comprising the Daenerys Targaryen chapters from the novel, won the 1997 Hugo Award for Best Novella. In January 2011 the novel became a New York Times bestseller and reached #1 on the list in July 2011. The book is in fine condition stiff fine outer wraps and with a fine condition outer cardboard jacket. Signed in the year of publication, SIGNED by George R.R. Martin in vibrant red ink on the title page ?To Michael / With Best Regards / George Martin / 9/26/96?. Please see images. A superb important copy of the the first book of this iconic series, boldly signed across the title page by George Martin. ADDITIONAL IMAGES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. PLEASE SEE OUR ABE STORE FOR MORE SCI FI/FANTASY TITLES.

"A Game of Thrones," the first novel in George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series, published in 1996, immerses readers in the expansive, intricate world of Westeros. The story unfolds against the backdrop of a power struggle among noble houses, each vying for the Iron Throne. Eddard Stark, Lord of Winterfell, is thrust into the political maelstrom when he is appointed the Hand of the King, tasked with unraveling the mysterious death of his predecessor. As Eddard delves into the complex web of allegiances and betrayals, he discovers dark secrets that threaten the stability of the realm. The narrative weaves together multiple perspectives, showcasing a sprawling cast of characters, each with their own motivations, strengths, and flaws. The Stark family, with its values of honor and duty, finds itself entangled in a web of deception, while the ambitious Lannisters, particularly the calculating and cunning Cersei, play a pivotal role in the power struggles. Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea, Daenerys Targaryen, the last scion of a deposed dynasty, begins her own journey. Married off to the powerful Dothraki warlord Khal Drogo, Daenerys faces numerous challenges as she adapts to her new surroundings and attempts to reclaim her family's lost throne. The narrative unfolds with a rich tapestry of political intrigue, epic battles, and supernatural elements. Beyond the machinations of human characters, ancient forces threaten the realm, as the White Walkers, mysterious and malevolent creatures, stir in the far north. Magic, dragons, and prophecies further deepen the complexity of the world Martin has crafted. "A Game of Thrones" captivates readers with its morally ambiguous characters, unpredictable plot twists, and gritty realism. Martin's skillful storytelling, meticulous world-building, and attention to detail have made the series a cultural phenomenon, inspiring a globally acclaimed television adaptation. The novel sets the stage for a sprawling epic that explores themes of power, loyalty, and the consequences of choices in a world where no character is guaranteed safety, and no allegiance is permanent.