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An Empire Unacquainted With Defeat: A Chronicle Of The Dread Empire
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The Dread Empire, A Gritty World Of Largerthanlife Plots, Nationshattering Conflict, Maddening Magic, Strange Creatures, And Raw, Flawed Heroes, All Shown Through The Filter Of Glen Cook'S Inimitable Warcorrespondent Prose. The Dread Empire, Spanning From The Highest Peaks Of The Dragon'S Teeth To The Endless Desert Lands Of Hammad Al Nakir, From Besieged Kavelin To Mighty Shinshan, The Empire Unacquainted With Defeat, With Its Fearless, Masked Soldiers, Known As The Demon Guard... An Empire Unacquainted With Defeat Collects All Of Glen Cook'S Short Fiction Set In The Vast World Of The Dread Empire, From The Nights Of Dreadful Silence, Featuring The First Appearance Of Bragi Ragnarson, Mocker, And Haroun Bin Yousif, To The Cultureclashing Novella Soldier Of An Empire Unacquainted With Defeat; From Silverheels, Cook'S First Published Work Of Fiction, To Hell'S Forge, A Haunting Tale Of Cursed Pirates And Strange Lands, Appearing Here For The First Time. Also Including A Detailed Introduction And Extensive Story Notes By Glen Cook, An Empire Unacquainted With Defeat Charts The Development Of This Influential American Author And The Massive, Multifaceted World That He Created.Skyhorse Publishing, Under Our Night Shade And Talos Imprints, Is Proud To Publish A Broad Range Of Titles For Readers Interested In Science Fiction (Space Opera, Time Travel, Hard Sf, Alien Invasion, Nearfuture Dystopia), Fantasy (Grimdark, Sword And Sorcery, Contemporary Urban Fantasy, Steampunk, Alternative History), And Horror (Zombies, Vampires, And The Occult And Supernatural), And Much More. While Not Every Title We Publish Becomes A New York Times Bestseller, A National Bestseller, Or A Hugo Or Nebula Awardwinner, We Are Committed To Publishing Quality Books From A Diverse Group Of Authors.
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- Q: What is 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' about? A: 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' is a collection of Glen Cook's short fiction set in the Dread Empire, featuring complex plots, magic, and flawed heroes. It includes works such as 'The Nights of Dreadful Silence' and 'Soldier of an Empire Unacquainted with Defeat', along with a detailed introduction and story notes by the author.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' is Glen Cook, known for his significant contributions to the fantasy genre, particularly through the Dread Empire series.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' is published in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' contains a total of 288 pages, offering a substantial amount of content for readers.
- Q: Is this book new or used? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a high-quality product without signs of wear.
- Q: When was 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' published? A: The book was published on July 1, 2010. It is a reprint edition that collects various works by Glen Cook.
- Q: What themes can I expect in this book? A: Readers can expect themes of conflict, magic, and the struggles of flawed heroes within the gritty world of the Dread Empire, making it rich in fantasy elements.
- Q: What are some notable stories included in this collection? A: Notable stories in 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' include 'The Nights of Dreadful Silence', 'Silverheels', and 'Hell’s Forge', showcasing the diverse storytelling of Glen Cook.
- Q: What publisher released this book? A: 'An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat' is published by Skyhorse Publishing under their Night Shade and Talos imprints, known for producing quality fantasy and science fiction titles.
- Q: Can I return the book if I don't like it? A: Yes, the book comes with a no-quibbles return policy, allowing customers to return it if they are not satisfied.