Legend

Description

Drawing heavily on the culture of the ancient Norsemen, Gemmell takes familiar archetypes and crafts them into a well-told tale of sacrifice and dying well. Druss and his once-possessed axe Snaga come out of retirement to shape the men of Drenai into an army that can do the impossible, affirming he really is a legend. While pretty straightforward, Gemmell's prose manages to inspire despite making no effort to downplay the grim tragedies of war. Legend has become a classic standard of the heroic fantasy genre.Gemmell has written an extensive body of work in his lifetime and all of it pretty much classified as 'heroic' fantasy in the truest sense. Legend is perhaps his most well-known book and his breakout read and many would argue some of his other works are superior (my top pick would be his Troy trilogy). However, as Legend is his first and most well-known, we've chosen this book to represent his body of work.But don't think of this as the first and only book, but merely the place you should start when reading his fantasy.

About the Author

Gemmell, David

David Gemmell was a British author of heroic fantasy, known for his fast-paced and action-packed novels that often centered on themes of honor, courage, and redemption. He wrote over thirty novels in his lifetime, including the popular Drenai series, the Rigante series, and the standalone novel "Legend," which is often cited as one of his most famous works.Gemmell's writing is known for its strong characterization, vivid action scenes, and exploration of themes such as heroism, sacrifice, and the nature of power. He was also known for his use of flawed and complex protagonists, who often struggled with their own demons and personal failings.Despite his success as an author, Gemmell remained humble and committed to his craft throughout his life, often giving back to the writing community by teaching and mentoring other aspiring writers.Overall, David Gemmell is remembered as a beloved and influential figure in the world of heroic fantasy, and his works continue to inspire and captivate readers around the world.

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Other Books by Gemmell, David

Legend

The King Beyond The Gate

Waylander

Knights Of Dark Renown

Quest For Lost Heroes

Waylander Ii: In The Realm Of The Wolf

The First Chronicles Of Druss The Legend

The Legend Of Deathwalker

Winter Warriors

Hero In The Shadows

The Swords Of Night And Day

Legend

Troy Trilogy

Shield Of Thunder

Fall Of Kings

In The Realm Of The Wolf

White Wolf

Waylander & Waylander Ii

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