A Song of Ice and Fire facts for kids

A Song of Ice and Fire is a super popular series of fantasy books written by George R. R. Martin. He started writing these exciting stories in 1991. The very first book came out in 1996. So far, there are five books in the series, and two more are planned for the future! These books have been translated into over twenty different languages, reaching readers all over the world. They are best-sellers, with one book even topping New York Times bestseller lists when it was released.

One cool thing about the series is that it created a special, made-up language called Dothraki. The books also inspired the famous Home Box Office television show Game of Thrones.

Books in the Series

• A Game of Thrones (1996)
• A Clash of Kings (1998)
• A Storm of Swords (2000)
• A Feast for Crows (2005)
• A Dance with Dragons (2011)
• The Winds of Winter (coming soon!)
• A Dream of Spring (coming soon!)

What is A Song of Ice and Fire About?

The series tells a huge story about different noble families fighting for control of a land called Westeros. It's a world filled with knights, castles, and ancient mysteries. While there are some magical elements like dragons and sorcery, the stories often focus more on the characters, their choices, and the political struggles between kingdoms.

The books are known for their complex characters and unexpected plot twists. They explore themes like power, family, loyalty, and what it means to be a hero or a villain. Many readers enjoy trying to guess what will happen next as the story unfolds.

Inspiration for the Series

George R. R. Martin drew inspiration from real-life history for his fantasy world. For example, parts of the story are inspired by the Wars of the Roses. This was a series of real wars fought in England long ago between different families who wanted to be king. This historical influence helps make the fantasy world feel very real and believable.

The Dothraki Language

The Dothraki language was created specifically for the series. It's a fictional language spoken by a group of nomadic warriors. Creating a whole new language helps make the world of A Song of Ice and Fire feel even more detailed and unique.

The TV Show Adaptation

The books became so popular that they were turned into a very successful TV show called Game of Thrones by Home Box Office. The show brought the characters and the world of Westeros to life for millions of viewers around the globe.

Images for kids

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  George R. R. Martin at Archipelacon in Mariehamn, Åland, 2015

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  A Song of Ice and Fire series was partly inspired by the Wars of the Roses, a series of dynastic civil wars for the throne of England. This painting by Richard Burchett portrays Edward IV demanding that his defeated enemies be taken from Tewkesbury Abbey.

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  Although involving dragons and sorcery, A Song of Ice and Fire series de-emphasizes magic as compared to many other epic fantasy works (emblem of J. Allen St. John's 1905 fantasy work The Face in the Pool).

See also

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