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More copies of this ISBNThis title in other editionseBook editionsThe Darkness That Comes Before: The Prince of Nothing Book Iby R Scott Bakker
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Strikingly original in its conception, ambitious in scope, with characters engrossingly and vividly drawn, the first book in R. Scott Bakker's Prince of Nothing series creates a remarkable world from whole cloth — its language and classes of people, its cities, religions, mysteries, taboos, and rituals &151; the kind of all-embracing universe Tolkien and Herbert created unforgettably in the epic fantasies The Lord of the Rings and Dune.
It's a world scarred by an apocalyptic past, evoking a time both two thousand years past and two thousand years into the future, as untold thousands gather for a crusade. Among them, two men and two women are ensnared by a mysterious traveler, Anasûrimbor Kellhus — part warrior, part philosopher, part sorcerous, charismatic presence — from lands long thought dead. The Darkness That Comes Before is a history of this great holy war, and like all histories, the survivors write its conclusion.
With this stunning debut, R. Scott Bakker is poised to become one of the next great fantasy writers of his generation. The Darkness That Comes Before proves again that epic fantasy can be intelligent, majestic, and terrifying. Review:"Canadian author Bakker's impressive, challenging debut, the first of a trilogy, should please those weary of formulaic epic fantasy. Bakker's utterly foreign world, Eärwa, is as complex as that of Tolkien, to whom he is, arguably, a worthier successor than such established names as David Eddings and Stephen Donaldson." Publishers Weekly (starred review) Review:"The Darkness That Comes Before introduces a vast and richly detailed world for lovers of good fantasy. Bakker's imaginative creation is an impressive addition to the genre." John Marco, author of Eyes of God Review:"Exquisitely intelligent and beautifully written...this is fantasy with muscle and brains, rife with intrigue and admirable depth of character, set in a world laden with history and detail." Steven Erikson, author of Gardens of the Moon Review:"Highly recommended for fantasy collections." The Library Journal (starred review) Review:"Intelligent" is a term trotted out so often by publishers that it has become almost worthless — which is hard for the likes of Bakker, whose The Darkness That Comes Before truly is intelligent, and original, and all those other overused words." The Guardian Review:"No clunky analogy of medieval Europe here. Odd, fascinating characters in a world full of trouble and sorcery." '10 Authors to Watch,' SFX Magazine Review:"Bakker...clamps his hand over yours and simply does not let go...Amid the cluttered shelves of the Epic Fantasy genre, Bakker is a name that stands out amongst, not just the new writers in the crowd, but established and recognized names." sffworld.com Review:"The Darkness That Comes Before...is a must-read... [Bakker?s] style is readable and entertaining. His characters are well-developed and enthralling. The action is exhilarating...this novel is certainly an auspicious start." The Winnepeg Free Press Review:"Bakker not only reveals that he is an expert storyteller, but he touches on deep philosophic issues...He offers us a dark mirror of our strife-torn world, a mirror in which we think we see God when all the while we are only seeing ourselves." Books in Canada Review:"The Darkness That Comes Before is a fascinating, forceful debut." The Edmonton Journal Review:"At last! An epic fantasy that out-Tolkiens Tolkien in its scope and thrills the 21st century reader with its entirely credible, unsentimental vision." Eric McCormack, Author of The Dutch Wife Review:"[D]eftly skirts the many and considerable pitfalls of the genre, gradually revealing itself as a smart compelling novel that will leave readers frustrated with the wait for the next volume." Quill and Quire Review:Bakker has created a gourmet feast for hungry fantasy readers, exquisitely prepared, carefully seasoned, and served with pomp and ceremony...The Darkness That Comes Before is truly a satisfying experience." Kevin J. Anderson, Bestselling author of Horizon Storms Synopsis:Two thousand years have passed since Mog-Pharau, the No-God, last walked among Men. Two thousand years have passed since the Apocalypse. Now the Shriah of the Thousand Temples has declared Holy War, and untold thousands gather, determined to wrest Shimeh, the Holy City of the Latter Prophet, from the hands of their heathen kin. They call themselves Men of the Tusk. Among them, one man stands apart, a man who uses redemption to deceive and passion both to elevate and to enslave... A man named Anasurimbor Kellhus. About the AuthorR. Scott Bakker holds a B.A. in English language and literature, an M.A. in theory and criticism, and is currently completing his Ph.D. in philosophy at Vanderbilt University. He lives in London, Ontario. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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