Fire & Blood

Summary

The book «Fire & Blood» by George R.R. Martin is a chronicle of the Targaryen dynasty, beginning with Aegon I's conquest of Westeros and ending with the reign of his descendants. It covers events that occurred several hundred years before the start of the main series «A Song of Ice and Fire». The book delves into the political intrigues, wars, dynastic marriages, and internal conflicts that shaped the history of the Seven Kingdoms. Special attention is given to events such as the Dance of the Dragons—a civil war between two branches of House Targaryen—and the reigns of kings like Jaehaerys I and Viserys I. «Fire & Blood» offers a deep insight into the history of Westeros, revealing the complex relationships and fates of key figures of this era.