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Loading... Dreamsongs: GRRM: A RRetrospective: A Rretrospective (Gollancz S.F.) (original 2003; edition 2006)by George R.R. Martin
Work InformationGRRM: A Retrospective by George R. R. Martin (2003)
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ContainsThe Fortress [short story] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) And Death His Legacy [short story] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Hero by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Exit to San Breta [short story] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) A Song for Lya [novella] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) This Tower of Ashes [short story] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) And Seven Times Never Kill Man by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Stone City [short fiction] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Bitterblooms [short fiction] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Way of Cross and Dragon {short story} by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Hedge Knight by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Monkey Treatment [short fiction] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Pear-Shaped Man [short fiction] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Remembering Melody [short story] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Nightflyers {novella} by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Meathouse Man [short story] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Sandkings [novelette] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Guardians by George R. R. Martin (indirect) A Beast For Norn by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Shell Games by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Under Siege [short story] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Skin Trade by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Unsound Variations by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Glass Flower by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Portraits of His Children [Novelette] by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond November 30 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond April 10 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond March 14 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond January 30 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond December 29 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond February 07 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond December 1 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond March 21 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond April 27 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond December 08 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) The Journal of Xavier Desmond January 16 by George R. R. Martin (indirect) Awards
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HTML:Even before A Game of Thrones, George R. R. Martin had already established himself as a giant in the field of fantasy literature. Now in one exclusive eBook edition are both volumes of Dreamsongs, featuring the very best of Martin's early works. This convenient bundle provides a rare treat for Martin's devoted readers, offering fascinating insights into his journey from a young writer to the #1 New York Times bestselling force of nature. "Dreamsongs is the ideal way to discover . . . a master of science fiction, fantasy and horror. . . . Martin is a writer like no other."—The Guardian (U.K.) Whether writing about werewolves, wizards, or outer space, George R. R. Martin is renowned for his versatility and expansive talent, as demonstrated in this dazzling two-volume collection. Gathered in Dreamsongs: Volume I are some of George R. R. Martin's most time-honored tales, including Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker award–winning stories, cool fan pieces, and the original novella The Ice Dragon. Dreamsongs: Volume II contains acclaimed stories such as the World Fantasy Award winner "The Skin Trade," as well as the first novella in the Ice and Fire universe, The Hedge Knight—plus two early screenplays. Featuring a dazzling array of subjects and styles, Dreamsongs is the perfect collection for both Martin devotees and a new generation of fans. PRAISE FOR GEORGE R. R. MARTIN "Of those who work in the grand epic-fantasy tradition, Martin is by far the best. In fact . . . this is as good a time as any to proclaim him the American Tolkien."—Time "Long live George Martin . . . a literary dervish, enthralled by complicated characters and vivid language, and bursting with the wild vision of the very best tale tellers."—The New York Times "I always expect the best from George R. R. Martin, and he always delivers."—Robert Jordan. No library descriptions found. |
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Title: The Complete Dreamsongs
Author: George Martin
Rating: 2.5 of 5 Stars
Genre: SFF
Pages: 1146
Words: 494K
Synopsis:
Combining Dreamsongs I and Dreamsongs II into one omnibus, this collects the majority of Martin's short stories from the beginning of his career to its publication date in either 2003 or 2006.
My Thoughts:
I really liked how Martin talked about the stage of his life when he wrote each story. It gave some background and made him a person. Even in his own words he comes across as an arrogant jackass and anyone who thinks he's going to finish Game of Thrones had better look at his own self-proclaimed track record. With that out of the way....
This was some of the best writing I have read in a while. Martin has talent and he's spent the time honing his skill and it shows. Based on the writing alone, this deserves 5 stars. If you like good story TELLING, then you need to read this.
However, WHAT he writes about is what took this right down to its current rating. Almost every story is sad, melancholic, depressing, horrific or down right twisted. While Sandkings is a fantastic horrorific short story, 1100 pages of that kind of things wears you down. These stories also gave me vivid bad dreams, to the point where I stopped reading this in the evenings.
I read this in small doses (I started in mid-April) and I cannot imagine the affect of trying to read this straight through. I would not recommend that to anyone, no matter how much they might enjoy Martin's writing. While I plan on re-reading Sandkings every decade or so, I think that will be the limit of my Martin reading. I will assiduously avoid all his others writings.
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