George Martin. A writer who achieved great success very early and easily. Starting with short stories and novellas, which were a bold mix of science fiction and "horror" (for works in this genre, he was awarded two "Hugo" and two "Nebula"), he also worked in "classical" science fiction, but later became a true master of fantasy, whom critics place alongside J.R.R. Tolkien and R. Jordan. Before you is the famous epic "A Song of Ice and Fire." An epic, minted saga about the world of the Seven Kingdoms. About a world of harsh lands of eternal cold and joyful lands of eternal summer. About a world of dangerous adventures, the finest political intrigues, and great deeds. About a world of lords and heroes, dragons, warriors, and mages, sorcerers, and assassins - all brought together by Fate to fulfill the prophecy...