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Dies the Fire

by S. M. Stirling

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ISBN13: 9780451460417
ISBN10: 0451460413
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A Tolkien-obsessed pre-teen, a pilot, a Wiccan priestess, the Eaters (nope, no hints), and the Protector: all come together in the aftermath of an event not unlike a massive electromagnetic pulse, which has caused a complete failure of all technology. Some are simply interested in surviving; others want to dominate and rule, and not in a nice way. For me, a firm believer that the zombie war is nearly upon us, Dies the Fire sparked such interest that I couldn't put it down — it even started some serious debates in my house and inspired my husband to research the art of bow making! Thanks to S. M. Stirling, I feel a little more comfortable with the idea of a post-apocalyptic situation, even maybe a little excited about it.
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Publisher Comments:

It all started when an electrical storm over the island of Nantucket produced a blinding white flash, causing all electronic devices to cease to function-computers, telephones, engines, radio, television, even firearms — and plunged the world into a darkness humanity was unprepared to face. But even as some people band together to help one another, others are building armies for conquest.

Review:

"Stirling shows that while our technology influences the means by which we live, it is the myths we believe in that determine how we live. The novel's dual themes — myth and technology — should appeal to both fantasy and hard SF readers as well as to techno-thriller fans." Publishers Weekly

Review:

"[A] stunning speculative vision of a near-future bereft of modern conveniences." Library Journal

Review:

"[An] intriguing what-if about modern humans denied their treasured conveniences." Booklist

Synopsis:

An electrical storm over the island of Nantucket causes all electrical devices in the United States to cease function. But even as some people band together to help one another, others are building armies for conquest.

Synopsis:

The Change occurred when an electrical storm centered over the island of Nantucket produced a blinding white flash that rendered all electronic devices and fuels inoperable. What follows is the most terrible global catastrophe in the history of the human race-and a Dark Age more universal and complete than could possibly be imagined.

"Dies the Fire kept me reading till five in the morning so I could finish at one great gulp..."—New York Times bestselling author Harry Turtledove

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About the Author

S.M. Stirling is the author of numerous novels, both on his own and in collaboration. A trained lawyer and an amateur historian, he lives with his wife, Jan.
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jensand33, January 19, 2012 (view all comments by jensand33)
This was a wonderfully written book. Of all the fantasy that I've read over the last several years, this one stuck with me. The best part is that it's set in the Pacific Northwest, so it's all very familiar. Of course, it also got me wanting to stock pile food and buy some horses and a wagon ;-)
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SarahPharmD, January 16, 2012 (view all comments by SarahPharmD)
I enjoy post-apocalyptic stories, but how cool to read one set in the Willamette Valley! I have recommended it to all my family and friends. Nothing like reading a scene out-loud where a plane falls out of the sky on top of a bar in which your high school buddy still works. This series is worth reading.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780451460417
Subtitle:
A Novel of the Change
Author:
Stirling, S. M.
Publisher:
Roc Hardcover
Subject:
Science Fiction - General
Subject:
Farm life
Subject:
Community life
Subject:
Alternative History
Subject:
Science fiction
Subject:
Oregon
Subject:
Science / General
Subject:
Science Fiction and Fantasy-A to Z
Copyright:
2005
Edition Description:
B-Hardcover
Series:
Change Series
Series Volume:
2
Publication Date:
20120904
Binding:
Hardback
Grade Level:
from 12
Language:
English
Pages:
512
Dimensions:
6.72x4.24x1.26 in. .61 lbs.
Age Level:
from 18
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Product details 512 pages Roc - English 9780451460417 Reviews:
"Staff Pick" by ,

A Tolkien-obsessed pre-teen, a pilot, a Wiccan priestess, the Eaters (nope, no hints), and the Protector: all come together in the aftermath of an event not unlike a massive electromagnetic pulse, which has caused a complete failure of all technology. Some are simply interested in surviving; others want to dominate and rule, and not in a nice way. For me, a firm believer that the zombie war is nearly upon us, Dies the Fire sparked such interest that I couldn't put it down — it even started some serious debates in my house and inspired my husband to research the art of bow making! Thanks to S. M. Stirling, I feel a little more comfortable with the idea of a post-apocalyptic situation, even maybe a little excited about it.

by Heidi Mager
"Publishers Weekly Review" by , "Stirling shows that while our technology influences the means by which we live, it is the myths we believe in that determine how we live. The novel's dual themes — myth and technology — should appeal to both fantasy and hard SF readers as well as to techno-thriller fans." Publishers Weekly
"Review" by , "[A] stunning speculative vision of a near-future bereft of modern conveniences."
"Review" by , "[An] intriguing what-if about modern humans denied their treasured conveniences."
"Synopsis" by , An electrical storm over the island of Nantucket causes all electrical devices in the United States to cease function. But even as some people band together to help one another, others are building armies for conquest.
"Synopsis" by ,
The Change occurred when an electrical storm centered over the island of Nantucket produced a blinding white flash that rendered all electronic devices and fuels inoperable. What follows is the most terrible global catastrophe in the history of the human race-and a Dark Age more universal and complete than could possibly be imagined.

"Dies the Fire kept me reading till five in the morning so I could finish at one great gulp..."—New York Times bestselling author Harry Turtledove

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