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Sword & Citadel: The Second Half of The Book of the New Sun (The Book of the New Sun, 2),New
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The Book of the New Sun is unanimously acclaimed as Gene Wolfe's most remarkable work, hailed as 'a masterpiece of science fantasy comparable in importance to the major works of Tolkien and Lewis' by Publishers Weekly.Sword & Citadel brings together the final two books of the tetralogy in one volume:The Sword of the Lictor is the third volume in Wolfe's remarkable epic, chronicling the odyssey of the wandering pilgrim called Severian, driven by a powerful and unfathomable destiny, as he carries out a dark mission far from his home.The Citadel of the Autarch brings The Book of the New Sun to its harrowing conclusion, as Severian clashes in a final reckoning with the dread Autarch, fulfilling an ancient prophecy that will forever alter the realm known as Urth.'Brilliant . . . terrific . . . a fantasy so epic it beggars the mind. An extraordinary work of art!'Philadelphia Inquirer'The Book of the New Sun establishes [Wolfe's] preeminence, pure and simple. . . . The Book of the New Sun contains elements of Spenserian allegory, Swiftian satire, Dickensian social consciousness and Wagnerian mythology. Wolfe creates a truly alien social order that the reader comes to experience from within . . . once into it, there is no stopping.'The New York Times Book Review
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- Q: What is the main theme of Sword & Citadel? A: Sword & Citadel explores themes of destiny, power, and the nature of identity through the journey of Severian, a wandering pilgrim on a dark mission.
- Q: Is Sword & Citadel suitable for all ages? A: Due to its complex themes and elements of dark fantasy, Sword & Citadel is generally recommended for mature readers, typically teens and adults.
- Q: How many pages are in Sword & Citadel? A: Sword & Citadel has a total of 416 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: Sword & Citadel is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of Sword & Citadel? A: The author of Sword & Citadel is Gene Wolfe.
- Q: When was Sword & Citadel published? A: Sword & Citadel was published on October 15, 1994.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, Sword & Citadel is the final two books of the tetralogy known as The Book of the New Sun.
- Q: What should I expect in terms of writing style? A: Gene Wolfe's writing style in Sword & Citadel is known for its intricate prose, rich imagery, and layered storytelling.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or maps in Sword & Citadel? A: The book does not typically feature illustrations or maps, focusing instead on text to convey its narrative.
- Q: Can you summarize the ending of Sword & Citadel? A: The ending of Sword & Citadel culminates in a final confrontation between Severian and the Autarch, fulfilling ancient prophecies and dramatically altering the world of Urth.