History and Myths in 'Game of Thrones'

Have you ever wondered how deeply George R. R. Martin drew inspiration from history? Dive into the authentic past that served as the foundation for the iconic saga «A Song of Ice and Fire» and the popular HBO series «Game of Thrones». The Wall in the distant north divides the world in two. Ruthless sea warriors on battle galleys raid the coasts, striving to reclaim former glory. A young nobleman and his kin are treacherously slaughtered under the banner of truce in a mighty fortress. The warrior king becomes a legend when he strikes down an enemy with a single axe blow in the battle that decides the fate of a people. But this is not Westeros — this is Scotland. «Game of Thrones» is a chronicle of bygone ages, skillfully reinterpreted within the fantasy genre. The author draws on a wide range of sources: from harsh northern landscapes to mythological characters, iconic events, places, and motifs of the Scottish Highlands, which resonate with Martin's plot at every dramatic turn. Visit the castle where the real «Red Wedding» took place, meet the fearsome ancient tribes beyond the Great Wall of Rome, and discover how the blood-red heart became the most fearsome emblem of Scotland!