# The Rise of the Dragon: An Illustrated History of the Targaryen Dynasty, Volume One - Hardcover

by **George R. R. Martin** (Author), **Elio M. García** (Author), **Linda Antonsson** (Author)

**_NEW YORK TIMES_ BESTSELLER - This lavish visual history--featuring over 180 all-new illustrations--is a stunning introduction to House Targaryen, the iconic family at the heart of HBO's _Game of Thrones_ prequel series, _House of the Dragon_.**

For hundreds of years, the Targaryens sat the Iron Throne of Westeros while their dragons ruled the skies. The story of the only family of dragonlords to survive Valyria's Doom is a tale of twisty politics, alliances and betrayals, and acts both noble and craven. _The Rise of the Dragon_ chronicles the creation and rise of Targaryen power in Westeros, covering the history first told in George R. R. Martin's epic _Fire & Blood_, from Aegon Targaryen's conquest of Westeros through to the infamous Dance of the Dragons--the bloody civil war that nearly undid Targaryen rule for good.

Packed with all-new artwork, the Targaryens--and their dragons--come vividly to life in this deluxe reference book. Perfect for fans steeped in the lore of Westeros, as well as those who first meet the Targaryens in the HBO series _House of the Dragon_, _The Rise of the Dragon_ provides a must-have overview for anyone looking to learn more about the most powerful family in Westeros.

### Author Biography

**George R. R. Martin** is the #1 _New York Times_ bestselling author of many novels, including those of the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire--_A Game of Thrones_, _A Clash of Kings_, _A Storm of Swords_, _A Feast for Crows_, and _A Dance with Dragons_\--as well as related works such as _Fire & Blood_, _A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms_, and _The World of Ice & Fire_, with Elio M. García, Jr., and Linda Antonsson. Other novels include _Tuf Voyaging_, _Fevre Dream_, _The Armageddon Rag_, _Dying of the Light_, _Windhaven_ (with Lisa Tuttle), and D_reamsongs Volumes I_ and _II_. As a writer-producer, he has worked on _The Twilight Zone_, _Beauty and the Beast_, and various feature films and pilots that were never made. He lives with his lovely wife, Parris, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

**Elio M. García, Jr.**, and **Linda Antonsson** founded and run the popular Westeros fansite, which is the definitive source for all things George R. R. Martin.

**Number of Pages:** 352

**Dimensions:** 1.32 x 12.11 x 9.23 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** October 25, 2022

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