Who wrote A Game of Thrones?

George R.R. Martin wrote A Game of Thrones, first published in 1996. It is a work of fantasy and is rated 'Essential Read' in our catalogue.

Is there a book club guide for A Game of Thrones?

Yes — Book Verdict has a free reading guide for A Game of Thrones with key themes and five original discussion questions at https://247bookverdict.com/reading-guides/george-r-r-martin-a-game-of-thrones/.

Essential Read

A Game of Thrones

Name: A Game of Thrones
Author: George R.R. Martin

by George R.R. Martin · 1996

Fantasy · ranked #3 in category

Reviewed by the Book Verdict editorial team

Noble houses scheme for an iron throne while an ancient threat stirs in the north; ruthless, intricate epic fantasy.

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The verdict

Category: Fantasy
First published: 1996 · 1990s
Author: George R.R. Martin
Standing: Essential Read

About Fantasy

Fantasy builds worlds you can live in. At its richest it works through myth and magic to explore power, courage, identity and what we owe each other — the same concerns as any great literature, but with dragons.