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Gardens of the Moon : Book One of the Malazan Book of the Fallen by Steven Erikson (2005, Mass Market)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDoherty Associates, LLC, Tom & Co
ISBN-100765348780
ISBN-139780765348784
eBay Product ID (ePID)43118586
Product Key Features
Book TitleGardens of the Moon : Book One of the Malazan Book of the Fallen
Number of Pages688 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicFantasy / Military, Science Fiction / Space Opera, Fantasy / Action & Adventure, Fantasy / Epic
Publication Year2005
FeaturesRevised
GenreFiction
AuthorSteven Erikson
Book SeriesMalazan Book of the Fallen Ser.
FormatMass Market
Dimensions
Item Height1.4 in
Item Weight11.3 Oz
Item Length6.8 in
Item Width4.2 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
ReviewsThere's nothing safe about fantasy like this: intriguing, complex, thought provoking, exceedingly well-written, and, for the intelligent reader, exhilaratingly satisfying., Complex, challenging.Erikson's strengths are his grown-up characters and his ability to create a world every bit as intricate and messy as our own., Steven Erikson is an extraordinary writer. My advice to anyone who might listen to me: Treat yourself to Gardens of the Moon., Erikson is a master of lost and forgotten epochs, a weaver of ancient epics on a scale that would approach absurdity if it wasn't so much fun., A brilliant book! Exciting, inventive, intelligent--frequently funny. A wonderful book to read and to recommend to others., I stand slack-jawed in awe of The Malazan Book of the Fallen. This masterwork of imagination may be the high water mark of epic fantasy., I stand slack-jawed in awe of The Malazan Book of the Fallen. This masterwork of imagination may be the high water mark of epic fantasy. This marathon of ambition has a depth and breadth and sense of vast reaches of inimical time unlike anything else available today. The Black Company, Zelazny's Amber, Vance's Dying Earth, and other mighty drumbeats are but foreshadowings of this dark dragon's hoard., Complex, challenging…Erikson's strengths are his grown-up characters and his ability to create a world every bit as intricate and messy as our own., Erikson is an extraordinary writer. My advice to anyone who might listen to me is, Treat yourself to Gardens of the Moon . And my entirely selfish advice to Steven Erikson is, write faster., "Erikson is an extraordinary writer. My advice to anyone who might listen to me is, Treat yourself to Gardens of the Moon . And my entirely selfish advice to Steven Erikson is, write faster." -- Stephen R. Donaldson "I stand slack-jawed in awe of The Malazan Book of the Fallen. This masterwork of imagination may be the high water mark of epic fantasy. This marathon of ambition has a depth and breadth and sense of vast reaches of inimical time unlike anything else available today. The Black Company, Zelazny's Amber, Vance's Dying Earth, and other mighty drumbeats are but foreshadowings of this dark dragon's hoard." -- Glen Cook, "Erikson is an extraordinary writer. My advice to anyone who might listen to me is, Treat yourself to Gardens of the Moon . And my entirely selfish advice to Steven Erikson is, write faster."--Stephen R. Donaldson "I stand slack-jawed in awe of The Malazan Book of the Fallen. This masterwork of imagination may be the high water mark of epic fantasy. This marathon of ambition has a depth and breadth and sense of vast reaches of inimical time unlike anything else available today. The Black Company, Zelazny's Amber, Vance's Dying Earth, and other mighty drumbeats are but foreshadowings of this dark dragon's hoard."--Glen Cook, Complex, challenging...Erikson's strengths are his grown-up characters and his ability to create a world every bit as intricate and messy as our own., The experience of reading Gardens of the Moon is akin to being plunged into a full-immersion course in a heretofore undiscovered realm., Gripping, fast-moving, delightfully dark, with a masterful and unapologetic brutality reminiscent of George R. R. Martin. Utterly engrossing.
Series Volume Number1
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisVast legions of gods, mages, humans, dragons and all manner of creatures play out the fate of the Malazan Empire in this first book in a major epic fantasy series The Malazan Empire simmers with discontent, bled dry by interminable warfare, bitter infighting and bloody confrontations with the formidable Anomander Rake and his Tiste Andii, ancient and implacable sorcerers. Even the imperial legions, long inured to the bloodshed, yearn for some respite. Yet Empress Laseen's rule remains absolute, enforced by her dread Claw assassins. For Sergeant Whiskeyjack and his squad of Bridgeburners, and for Tattersail, surviving cadre mage of the Second Legion, the aftermath of the siege of Pale should have been a time to mourn the many dead. But Darujhistan, last of the Free Cities of Genabackis, yet holds out. It is to this ancient citadel that Laseen turns her predatory gaze. However, it would appear that the Empire is not alone in this great game. Sinister, shadowbound forces are gathering as the gods themselves prepare to play their hand... Conceived and written on a panoramic scale, Gardens of the Moon is epic fantasy of the highest order--an enthralling adventure by an outstanding new voice., Vast legions of gods, mages, humans, dragons and all manner of creatures play out the fate of the Malazan Empire in this first book in a major epic fantasy series from Steven Erikson. The Malazan Empire simmers with discontent, bled dry by interminable warfare, bitter infighting and bloody confrontations with the formidable Anomander Rake and his Tiste Andii, ancient and implacable sorcerers. Even the imperial legions, long inured to the bloodshed, yearn for some respite. Yet Empress Laseen's rule remains absolute, enforced by her dread Claw assassins. For Sergeant Whiskeyjack and his squad of Bridgeburners, and for Tattersail, surviving cadre mage of the Second Legion, the aftermath of the siege of Pale should have been a time to mourn the many dead. But Darujhistan, last of the Free Cities of Genabackis, yet holds out. It is to this ancient citadel that Laseen turns her predatory gaze. However, it would appear that the Empire is not alone in this great game. Sinister, shadowbound forces are gathering as the gods themselves prepare to play their hand... Conceived and written on a panoramic scale, Gardens of the Moon is epic fantasy of the highest order--an enthralling adventure by an outstanding new voice., "Steven Erikson is an extraordinary writer. My advice to anyone who might listen to me: Treat yourself to Gardens of the Moon."--Stephen R. Donaldson
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- May 15, 2024
Super excited to start reading this series! every bookstore near me never had the first book and i was lucky enough to find it here for a good price.
Super excited to start reading this series! every bookstore near me never had the first book and i was lucky enough to find it here for a good price. Came pretty quickly. a little beat up, but it’s a used book and there’s nothing terrible. Thank you!!! really made my day :)Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 20, 2017
Great Bundle for the Price
Got a solid series of books for half if not less the cost it would've been to purchase each one from a sight like Chapters. Haven't fully dug into them but I can say it was a worthwhile purchase. Only complaint was that a few of the books were scuffed up but that was likely due to being shipped.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 26, 2020
paperback and very easy to carry around
My son loves these booksVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Nov 09, 2021
start your journey into the world of Malazan
The beginning of the most amazing fantasy series I have ever read. I will admit- the first read through can be tough. You are dropped into a HUGE world and not everything will make sense. Stick with it. This is a 10 book series, and when you get to the end of the Malazan Book of the Fallen it will be an experience like no other. The writing reminds me of Gene Wolfe in the way that it challenges and enlightens, but the story itself is definitely its own creation. Highly recommend to everyone who wants to invest in a world as big as their own..Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 02, 2019
Satisfied
Brand new beautiful books my boyfriend absolutely loved for ChristmasVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Oct 16, 2024
Book has creases and is a bit bent but I...
Book has creases and is a bit bent but I don’t mind too much.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 07, 2020
Well worth it
Lot of high quality books for a great priceVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jul 17, 2018
Compare to Name of the Wind
Pretty great book. I'd put it up there with ASOIAF and The Kingkiller Chronicles.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 25, 2020
Different cover art
I bought this version for the cover art, but I got a different edition with separate cover art.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jun 10, 2024
Story was highly recommended and so far it is quite the tale! Very interesting grim world with a creative twist on magic.
Story was highly recommended and so far it is quite the tale! Very interesting grim world with a creative twist on magic.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
