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The Whiteluck Warrior

by Bakker, R. Scott

Description

Praised by readers and critics around the world, R. Scott Bakker has become one of the most celebrated voices in fantasy fiction. The Aspect-Emperor trilogy follows on from the acclaimed Prince of Nothing saga, and The White-Luck Warrior is the chilling second book in the new series. Ruler Anasurimbor Kellhus and his Great Ordeal march ever farther into the Ancient North, as his consort Esmenet finds herself at war. Exiled wizard Achamian, meanwhile, leads his own ragtag mission to the legendary ruins of Sauglish. Into this tumult walks the White-Luck Warrior, assassin and messiah both . . . . . . In this ambitious volume, Bakker delves even further into his richly imagined universe of myth, violence, and sorcery.

About the Author

Bakker, R. Scott

R. Scott Bakker is a Canadian author known for his works in the epic fantasy genre. He was born in Simcoe, Ontario in 1967.Bakker's most notable works include the "Prince of Nothing" trilogy, which tells the story of a holy war in a medieval world, and the "Aspect-Emperor" series, which follows the aftermath of the holy war and the rise of a new emperor.Bakker's writing is known for its dense prose, complex world-building, and exploration of themes such as philosophy, religion, and the nature of humanity. He has won several awards for his writing, including the Crawford Award in 2005 for "The Darkness That Comes Before."In addition to his writing, Bakker has also worked as a professor of philosophy, and his background in philosophy is evident in his works. He continues to write and publish new novels and stories, and his works are enjoyed by fans of epic fantasy around the world.

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