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Before he was the guardian of Ciri, the child of destiny, Geralt of Rivia was a legendary swordsman. Join the Witcher as he undertakes a deadly mission in this stand-alone adventure set in the Andrzej Sapkowki’s groundbreaking epic fantasy world that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games. The New York Times bestselling series Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide World Fantasy Award Winning Author David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time by Forbes Geralt of Rivia is a Witcher, one of the few capable of hunting the monsters that prey on humanity. He uses magical signs, potions, and the pride of every Witcher—two swords, steel and silver. But a contract has gone wrong, and Geralt finds himself without his signature weapons. Now he needs them back, because sorcerers are scheming, and across the world clouds are gathering. The season of storms is coming. . . Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Translated from original Polish by David French

Geralt is a witcher, a man whose magic powers, enhanced by long training and a mysterious elixir, have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless assassin. Yet he is no ordinary murderer: his targets are the multifarious monsters and vile fiends that ravage the land and attack the innocent. He roams the country seeking assignments, but gradually comes to realise that while some of his quarry are unremittingly vile, vicious grotesques, others are the victims of sin, evil or simple naivety. One reviewer said: ''This book is a sheer delight. It is beautifully written, full of vitality and endlessly inventive: its format, with half a dozen episodes and intervening rest periods for both the hero and the reader, allows for a huge range of characters, scenarios and action. It''s thought-provoking without being in the least dogmatic, witty without descending to farce and packed with sword fights without being derivative. The dialogue sparkles; characters morph almost imperceptibly from semi-cliche to completely original; nothing is as it first seems. Sapkowski succeeds in seamlessly welding familiar ideas, unique settings and delicious twists of originality: his Beauty wants to rip the throat out of a sensitive Beast; his Snow White seeks vengeance on all and sundry, his elves are embittered and vindictive. It''s easily one of the best things I''ve read in ages.''

Geralt the Witcher battles monsters, demons and prejudices alike in Sword of Destiny, the second collection of adventures in Andrzej Sapkowski’s groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the Netflix show and the hit video games. The New York Times Bestselling Series Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide World Fantasy Award Winning Author David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time by Forbes Geralt is a Witcher, a man whose magic powers, enhanced by long training and a mysterious elixir, have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless hunter. Yet he is no ordinary killer: his targets are the multifarious monsters and vile fiends that ravage the land and attack the innocent. Sword of Destiny is the follow up to The Last Wish, and together they are the perfect introduction to a one of a kind fantasy world. Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Translated from original Polish by David French

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Witcher: Reynevan—scoundrel, magician, possibly a fool—travels into the depths of war as he attempts to navigate the religious fervors of the fifteenth century. When the Hussite leaders entrust Reynevan with a dangerous secret mission, he is forced to come out of hiding in Bohmeia and depart for Silesia. At the same time, he strives to avenge the death of his brother and discover the whereabouts of his beloved. Once again pursued by multiple enemies, he must contend with danger on every front. Full of gripping action replete with twists and mysteries, seasoned with magic and Sapkowski''s ever-present wit, fans of the Witcher will appreciate this rich historical epic set during the Hussite Wars. Praise for the The Tower of Fools, book one of the Hussite Trilogy: "This is historical fantasy done right." —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A fantastic novel that any fan of The Witcher will instantly appreciate.” —The Gamer “A ripping yarn delivered with world-weary wit, bursting at the seams with sex, death, magic and madness.” —Joe Abercrombie “Sapkowski''s energetic and satirical prose as well as the unconventional setting makes this a highly enjoyable historical fantasy.” —Booklist Also by Andrzej Sapkowski: The Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms The Malady and Other Stories: An Andrzej Sapkowski Sampler (e-only) Translated by David French

From the globally bestselling author of The Witcher comes the final book in the rich historical epic, the Hussite trilogy. Join Reynevan—scoundrel, magician, possibly a fool—as he embarks on a last great adventure across the war-riddled landscape of 15th century Bohemia. After his adventures in The Tower of Fools and Warriors of God, Reynevan is on the run again, harried by enemies—some human, and some mystical—at every turn. These are cruel and dangerous times for a man such as Reynevan, and to survive, he must set aside his history as a peaceful healer and idealist and play the brutal role of Hussite spy as crusades sweep through Silesia and the Czech Republic, and the world around him is forever changed. Praise for the Hussite Trilogy: “A ripping yarn delivered with world-weary wit, bursting at the seams with sex, death, magic and madness.” —Joe Abercrombie "This is historical fantasy done right." —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A fantastic novel that any fan of The Witcher will instantly appreciate.” —The Gamer “Sapkowski''s energetic and satirical prose as well as the unconventional setting makes this a highly enjoyable historical fantasy.” —Booklist Translated by David French By Andrzej Sapkowski: The Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Light Perpetual Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms

A deadly coup within the Wizard''s Guild leaves the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, gravely injured, and his ward Ciri missing in the third novel of Andrzej Sapkowski''s groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games -- in hardcover for the first time! The Wizards Guild has been shattered by a coup, an uprising that has left Geralt seriously injured. The Witcher is supposed to be a guardian of the innocent, a protector of those in need, a defender against powerful and dangerous monsters that prey on men in dark times. But now that dark times have fallen upon the world, Geralt is helpless until he has recovered. While war rages across the lands, the future of magic is under threat and those sorcerers who survive are determined to protect it. It''s an impossible situation in which to find one girl--Ciri, the heiress to the throne of Cintra--until a rumor places her in the Niflgaard court, preparing to marry the Emperor. Injured or not, Geralt has a rescue mission on his hands. Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Translated from original Polish by David French

Into a tumultuous time is born a child for whom the witches of the world have been waiting. Ciri, the granddaughter of Queen Calanthe, the Lioness of Cintra, has strange powers and a strange destiny, for prophecy names her the Flame, one with the power to change the world: for good, or for evil.

Geralt’s encounter with a beast reveals the truth behind fairy tales in this graphic novel adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski''s original short story. Geralt takes a short cut down a beaten path, where he makes a grim discovery of two corpses. Backtracking their trail, he’s led to a derelict mansion secured with elevated walls and a gate—mysterious and ramshackle, yet adorned with a rare elegance Geralt could not ignore. He is met with the mansion’s owner—not quite human, but a beast with the faculties of a man. With Geralt unfazed by his monstrous appearance and displays of aggression, the beast invites him inside. A kind but wary host, he shares stories of his family, his life . . . and his curse. If the weight of his misdeeds could condemn him to the body of a beast—a retribution spoken of only in fairy tales, could there be another grain of truth in these tales of fantasy—one that could help him elude his fate and lead him to salvation? This graphic novel is the first in a series of adaptations from Sapkowski''s acclaimed short story collection The Last Wish! Script adaptation by Jacek Rembiś (Frostpunk) with art by Jonas Scharf (Bone Parish, War for the Planet of the Apes).

A tragic tale of passion, vindication, and the root of evil is presented in this graphic novel adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski''s original short story. In search of a reward, Geralt brings the carcass of a slain creature to a small town where he is told it may be of use to the local sorcerer—but the mage isn’t who he is alleged to be. In hiding for his life, he requests Geralt’s help in slaying the monster who seeks to murder him—a young woman said to have been born under the Curse of the Black Sun—a prophecy of inborn evil. He declares that she is more a monster than the creature presented before him. Geralt later encounters the woman, who asserts that it is the sorcerer who is the true monster—committing unspeakable crimes at the behest of his superstitious beliefs. With the boundaries blurred between the evil that is done and the evil done in return, Geralt is met with a quandary. The face of evil is ever-changing and his verdict, whether by choice or by force, can only lead to tragedy. This graphic novel is the second in a series of adaptations from Sapkowski''s acclaimed short story collection The Last Wish!

Explore the very first visual depictions of Geralt and the world of The Witcher, now available in English! This collection includes the six-issue comic series originally released in 1993–1995 in Poland, adapting the short stories of Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Witcher and includes an original story based on an idea by Sapkowski. Written by renowned Polish science fiction and fantasy editor and writer Maciej Parowski adapting the stories and ideas of Andrzej Sapkowski, and illustrated by Bogusław Polch. Collects the original Witcher comics: A Road with No Return The Betrayal Geralt The Lesser Evil The Last Wish The Bounds of Reason

A devilish tale full of shocking twists is presented in this graphic novel adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski''s original short story. Work is hard to come by for Geralt and with Dandelion, not a subject for his rhymes or ballads. As they travel to the edge of the known world, townsfolk speak of many stories but it seems that’s all they are—recitals of monsters and superstition—until a man follows Geralt with news of a devil scavenging the local fields. Rid the beast, but under no condition is he to be killed. Only how can Geralt hunt the creature, for there is no such things as devils . . . This graphic novel is the third in a series of adaptations from Sapkowski''s acclaimed short story collection The Last Wish!

The New York Times bestselling series that inspired the international hit video game: The Witcher A sample of offerings from international fantasy superstar Andrzej Sapkowski, and the perfect introduction to his work. Best known for his series of stories and novels about Geralt, the Witcher, Sapkowski is one of the most successful fantasy authors in the world. Contains: 2 complete Witcher short stories taken from THE LAST WISH, the first chapter of Blood of Elves, the first Witcher novel, the first chapter of Baptism of Fire, the third full-length book in the series, and a non-Witcher short story "The Malady."

To protect his ward Ciri, Geralt of Rivia sends her to train with the sorceress Yennefer. But all is not well within the Wizard''s Guild in the second novel of the Witcher, Andrzej Sapkowski''s groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games. The New York Times Bestselling Series Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide World Fantasy Award Winning Author David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time by Forbes Geralt is a Witcher: guardian of the innocent; protector of those in need; a defender in dark times against some of the most frightening creatures of myth and legend. His task now is to protect Ciri. A child of prophecy, she will have the power to change the world for good or for ill—but only if she lives to use it. Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Translated from original Polish by David French

The world is at war and the prophesied savior is nowhere to be found. The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, races to find her in the fourth novel of Andrzej Sapkowski''s groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games. The New York Times Bestselling Series Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide World Fantasy Award Winning Author David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time by Forbes The world has fallen into war. Ciri, the child of prophecy, has vanished. Hunted by friends and foes alike, she has taken on the guise of a petty bandit and lives free for the first time in her life. But the net around her is closing. Geralt, the Witcher, has assembled a group of allies including Dandelion, Milva, Regis, and Cahir, to rescue her. Both sides of the war have sent brutal mercenaries to hunt her down. Her crimes have made her famous. There is only one place left to run. The tower of the swallow is waiting. . . Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Light Perpetual Translated from original Polish by David French

"Reinmar of Bielawa, sometimes known as Reynevan, is a healer, a magician, and according to some, a charlatan. When a thoughtless indiscretion forces him to flee his home, he finds himself pursued not only by brothers bent on vengeance but by the Holy Inquisition. In a time when tensions between Hussite and Catholic countries are threatening to turn into war and mystical forces are gathering in the shadows, Reynevan''s journey will lead him to the Narrenturm -- the Tower of Fools"--

Soon to be a major Netflix original series! Trapped in a world ruled by the Elves, separated from Geralt and her destiny, Ciri will need all her training as a fighter and sorceress to return to her own time in the fifth book of the NYT bestselling series. After walking through the portal in the Tower of Swallows while narrowly escaping death, Ciri finds herself in a completely different world... an Elven world. She is trapped with no way out. Time does not seem to exist and there are no obvious borders or portals to cross back into her home world. But this is Ciri, the child of prophecy, and she will not be defeated. She knows she must escape to finally rejoin the Witcher and his companions - and also to try to conquer her worst nightmare. Leo Bonhart, the man who chased, wounded and tortured Ciri, is still on her trail. And the world is still at war. Andrzej Sapkowski, winner of the World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement award, started an international phenomenon with his Witcher series: Witcher novelsBlood of ElvesThe Time of ContemptBaptism of FireThe Tower of SwallowsLady of the LakeSeason of Storms Witcher collectionsThe Last WishSword of Destiny The Malady and Other Stories: An Andrzej Sapkowski Sampler (e-only) Translated from original Polish by David French

Soon to be a major Netflix original series! This special boxed set includes the first three novels in Andrzej Sapkowski''s NYT bestselling epic fantasy saga -- the books that introduced the world to The Witcher and inspired the hit video games. For over a century, humans, dwarves, gnomes, and elves have lived together in relative peace. But times have changed, the uneasy peace is over, and now the races are fighting once again. The only good elf, it seems, is a dead elf. Geralt of Rivia, the cunning assassin known as The Witcher, has been waiting for the birth of a prophesied child. This child has the power to change the world - for good, or for evil. As the threat of war hangs over the land and the child is hunted for her extraordinary powers, it will become Geralt''s responsibility to protect them all -- and the Witcher never accepts defeat. In Blood of Elves, The Time of Contempt, and Baptism of Fire, Sapkowski brings a fresh new voice to fantasy fiction, creating something wholly dark and exciting in this world of monsters and witchers.

Experience the story from start to finish. Get every single book following the exploits of Geralt the Witcher - revered and hated - who holds the line against the monsters plaguing humanity. These eight books are a comprehensive collection of the books that inspired a bestselling video game and the major Netflix series. Geralt of Rivia is a Witcher, a man whose magic powers and lifelong training have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless assassin. Yet he is no ordinary killer: he hunts the vile fiends that ravage the land and attack the innocent. But not everything monstrous-looking is evil; not everything fair is good . . . and in every fairy tale there is a grain of truth. Read the epic Witcher saga from start to finish with this eBook boxset, which contains all eight books in the ground-breaking series. The Last Wish, Blood of Elves translated by Danusia Stok. Sword of Destiny, Time of Contempt, Baptism of Fire, The Tower of the Swallow, The Lady of the Lake, Season of Storms translated by David French. Andrzej Sapkowski, winner of the World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement award, started an international phenomenon with his Witcher series. The Last Wish is the perfect introduction to this one-of-a-kind fantasy world.

Herein lies the main saga of Geralt the Witcher - revered and hated - who holds the line against the monsters plaguing humanity. These five novels make up the bestselling series that inspired the Witcher video games and a major Netflix show. Geralt of Rivia is a Witcher, a man whose magic powers and lifelong training have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless assassin. Yet he is no ordinary killer: he hunts the vile fiends that ravage the land and attack the innocent. But not everything monstrous-looking is evil; not everything fair is good . . . and in every fairy tale there is a grain of truth. Read the epic Witcher saga now with this eBook boxset, which contains all five novels in the ground-breaking series. Blood of Elves translated by Danusia Stok. Time of Contempt, Baptism of Fire, The Tower of the Swallow, The Lady of the Lake translated by David French. Andrzej Sapkowski, winner of the World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement award, started an international phenomenon with his Witcher series. The Last Wish is the perfect introduction to this one-of-a-kind fantasy world.

A série The Witcher, de Andrzej Sapkowski, se tornou um fenômeno do universo fantástico, alcançando milhões de fãs no mundo todo e inspirando um premiado game, além da série de grande sucesso da Netflix. Agora, Sapkowski apresenta aos leitores um novo herói em uma jornada épica em Narrenturm, o primeiro volume da Trilogia Hussita. Reinmar de Bielau, conhecido como Reynevan, é um médico, um curandeiro, um mago e, para alguns, um charlatão. Quando um ato indecoroso o força a fugir do quarto que ocupava em um mosteiro, ele se vê perseguido não apenas por cavaleiros em busca de vingança como também pela própria Inquisição. Em um tempo em que as tensões entre Hussitas e Católicos ameaçam evoluir para uma grande guerra e forças místicas se reúnem nas sombras, a jornada de Reynevan o leva para Narrenturm, a Torre dos Tolos. O local é um hospício que abriga não apenas loucos, mas também aqueles que ousam pensar de modo diferente ou desafiar o status quo. Escapar de lá, evitar o conflito que se anuncia e até mesmo manter a própria sanidade vão se mostrar ao nosso herói como espinhosos desafios – mais difíceis de transpor do que ele jamais poderia imaginar.

‘Het ambitieuze antwoord op Game of Thrones.’ VPRO Gids Geralt en zijn metgezellen zetten hun zoektocht naar de druïden voort in de hoop dat die meer weten over de locatie van Ciri, als ze overvallen worden. In de strijd die volgt, valt Geralts wolvenmedaillon, het insigne van de heksers, in de verkeerde handen. Ciri gaat intussen vermomd als bandiet door het leven, en voor het eerst is ze echt vrij. Maar haar achtervolgers naderen, en ze is vastbesloten de legendarische Zwaluwentoren te vinden, de plek waar volgens een oude profetie de Toespraak zal plaatsvinden. Daar moet ze veilig zijn. Dan blijkt dat de Zwaluwentoren nu nog slechts een ruïne is... Over Andrzej Sapkowski ‘In vergelijking met Tolkien is de spanning in Sapkowski’s werk tot het laatste moment voelbaar en urgenter.’ De Telegraaf ‘Over legendes en tovenarij wordt niet kinderachtig gedaan, sprookjesachtige vertellingen worden gecombineerd met horrorelementen. De meerwaarde van The Witcher is voelbaar.’ NRC ‘Fantasy met veel humor, heerlijk om even in te verdwijnen.’ Suzanne, Bilthovense Boekhandel

Geralt de Rívia não podia imaginar o que o esperava ao chegar à cidade de Kerack. Primeiro foi acusado de malversações financeiras. Depois, misteriosamente liberado sob fiança. E, finalmente, descobre que suas preciosas espadas, deixadas no depósito da guarda da cidade, tinham desaparecido. Tudo muito suspeito, ainda mais quando a feiticeira Lytta Neyd, conhecida como Coral, pode estar por trás desses acasos. O bruxo se encontra, novamente, implicado em perigosos assuntos de magia e dos mágicos. Desta vez, nem a fiel companhia do trovador Jaskier, nem a lembrança de sua amada Yennefer, nem sua fama como implacável caçador de monstros podem evitar que se veja cada vez mais envolvido em uma trama obscura, onde nem todos os monstros são quem parecem ser. O tempo de tempestade está se aproximando...

Venha conhecer a saga que deu origem à série The Witcher da NETFLIX Depois de ser perseguida e de escapar por pouco à morte, Ciri atravessa um portal na Torre da Andorinha que a leva a um mundo completamente diferente... a Terra dos Elfos. É um local onde o tempo parece não existir e em que o regresso a casa se revela impossível. Afinal, não existem fronteiras ou portais que a devolvam ao seu mundo. Mas esta é a criança da profecia e ela não poderá ser derrotada. Sob o domínio do elfo Avallac’h, Ciri terá de escolher a forma como quer alcançar a liberdade. Conseguirá a jovem decidir a tempo de salvar os seus companheiros?

Durante mais de um século, humanos, anões e elfos conviveram em harmonia. Mas os tempos mudaram: a frágil paz que reinava foi quebrada e agora as raças lutam de novo entre si, conduzindo a mortes e chacinas. Geralt de Rivia, temido pela sua reputação de bruxo e assassino sem misericórdia, tem estado a aguardar o nascimento de uma criança profetizada, cujos poderes poderão mudar o mundo, para o bem ou para o mal. Com a ameaça de uma guerra sem fim a pairar sobre todas as nações, é posta em marcha uma perseguição à criança e aos seus poderes extraordinários. Caberá a Geralt, apenas com a ajuda de velhos amigos, protegê-la, pois o peso do fracasso será demasiado para todos.

LA SAGA CHE HA ISPIRATO THE WITCHER LA SERIE EVENTO DI NETFLIX «Geralt di Rivia è il Witcher creato dalla penna raffinata di Andrzej Sapkowski, autore polacco di una delle saghe fantasy di maggior successo.» Il Venerdì la Repubblica - Matteo Strukul «Un mondo fantasy che gareggia per dimensioni e importanza con quello del Trono di Spade.» la Repubblica «Uno dei migliori esempi di fantasy moderno.» Wired «La saga completa di The Witcher è una delle pietre angolari di ogni collezione del fantastico che si rispetti. » tuttolibri – la Stampa - Pierdomenico Baccalario «Un vero fenomeno letterario.» Livres Hebdo «La serie di romanzi di Andrzej Sapkowski ritorna (finalmente) ad essere un caso letterario.» Mondo Fox «Leggere Sapkowski è come farsi ammaliare da un potente incantesimo.» Time Il regno di Cintra è caduto. Dopo quattro giorni d’assedio, le truppe di Nilfgaard irrompono nel castello e massacrano l’intera famiglia reale. La principessa Ciri è l’unica che riesce a fuggire ma, all’improvviso, un cavaliere nemico le si para davanti e avanza minaccioso, brandendo un pugnale insanguinato…Ciri non ricorda cosa sia successo. Sa solo che ora è sana e salva, protetta dalla spada di Geralt di Rivia e dalle possenti mura di Kaer Morhen, la fortezza in cui si addestrano i giovani strighi, gli assassini di mostri. Anche Ciri vorrebbe diventare una di loro, così, se tornasse il cavaliere di Nilfgaard, lei non avrebbe più paura, anzi sarebbe pronta a combattere. Una sera, però, al termine di un’estenuante giornata di allenamento, la ragazza dimostra di possedere straordinarie capacità psichiche, così dirompenti da non lasciare adito a dubbi: è lei la Fiamma di Cintra di cui parlano le profezie, la forza che salverà i popoli del mondo dalla rovina. Il suo destino è quindi segnato: deve partire subito per Ellander, dove una maga le insegnerà a controllare quell’immenso potere. Tuttavia, durante il viaggio, Ciri e Geralt dovranno stare molto attenti. Perché un sicario è già sulle loro tracce, disposto a tutto pur di eliminare la Fiamma di Cintra e scatenare il caos…