Items related to The Isle Of Battle: Book Two in the Swans' War...
1st edition 2002 Orbit fine hardcover book & fine dw (dust jacket), In stock shipped from our UK warehouse
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
Sean Russell adds interesting ideas to the Medievalising fantasy. The Isle of Battle, second volume of his Swan's War trilogy, has a handy amount of night-time treachery, feats of archery, sorcery and pitched cavalry battles. It has interesting thoughts about the nature of identity--to save her life, noblewoman Elise has allowed herself to be possessed by the long-dead sorceress Sianon and it is not clear, in either direction, who got the better of the deal. Similarly, Russell plays games with honour--is Dease, who has changed his loyalties, more, or less, honourable than his cousin Samul, who pursues them into dishonour and treachery?
Review:
These books take place in debatable land--centuries earlier a sorcerer twisted the relationship in time and space between locations along a river valley and its tributaries--and the moral landscape in which the characters get bogged down is equally perverse and disjointed. He brings a compassion to relationships--that between the blind minstrel King Carral, for example, and the hideously scarred Llyn--that never becomes quite saccharine. As its predecessor, The One Kingdom,The Isle of Battlekeeps us caring about the destinies of a large cast of characters and weighs courage against wisdom, loyalty against righteousness in an intelligent and morally complex narrative. --Roz Kaveney
A perfectly plotted, beautifully written fantasy (- Publisher's Weekly)
A master of intelligent fantasy - subtle, well-crafted and gripping. (STEPHEN Donaldson)
Sean Russell adds interesting ideas to the Medievalising fantasy. The Isle of Battle, second volume of his Swan's War trilogy, has a handy amount of night-time treachery, feats of archery, sorcery and pitched cavalry battles. It has interesting thoughts about the nature of identity--to save her life, noblewoman Elise has allowed herself to be possessed by the long-dead sorceress Sianon and it is not clear, in either direction, who got the better of the deal. Similarly, Russell plays games with honour--is Dease, who has changed his loyalties, more, or less, honourable than his cousin Samul, who pursues them into dishonour and treachery? (These books take place in debatable land--centuries earlier a sorcerer twisted the relationship in time and space between locations along a river valley and its tributaries--and the moral landscape in which the characters get bogged down is equally perver)
Roz Kaveney, AMAZON.CO.UK
A master of intelligent fantasy - subtle, well-crafted and gripping. (STEPHEN Donaldson)
Sean Russell adds interesting ideas to the Medievalising fantasy. The Isle of Battle, second volume of his Swan's War trilogy, has a handy amount of night-time treachery, feats of archery, sorcery and pitched cavalry battles. It has interesting thoughts about the nature of identity--to save her life, noblewoman Elise has allowed herself to be possessed by the long-dead sorceress Sianon and it is not clear, in either direction, who got the better of the deal. Similarly, Russell plays games with honour--is Dease, who has changed his loyalties, more, or less, honourable than his cousin Samul, who pursues them into dishonour and treachery? (These books take place in debatable land--centuries earlier a sorcerer twisted the relationship in time and space between locations along a river valley and its tributaries--and the moral landscape in which the characters get bogged down is equally perver)
Roz Kaveney, AMAZON.CO.UK
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherOrbit
- Publication date2002
- ISBN 10 1841490865
- ISBN 13 9781841490861
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages480
- Rating
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
The Isle Of Battle: Book Two in the Swans' War Trilogy
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR005587483
Buy Used
£ 1.50
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle Of Battle: Book Two in the Swans' War Trilogy
Published by
Orbit 05/09/2002
(2002)
ISBN 10: 1841490865
ISBN 13: 9781841490861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9781841490861
Buy Used
£ 3.87
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle Of Battle: Book Two in the Swans' War Trilogy
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Dustjacket. All orders are dispatched within one working day from our UK warehouse. We've been selling books online since 2004! We have over 750,000 books in stock. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied. Seller Inventory # mon0006787673
Buy Used
£ 3.40
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle Of Battle: Book Two in the Swans' War Trilogy
Published by
Orbit 05/09/2002
(2002)
ISBN 10: 1841490865
ISBN 13: 9781841490861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee. Seller Inventory # 6545-9781841490861
Buy Used
£ 3.87
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle of Battle
Published by
Little, Brown Book Group Limited
(2002)
ISBN 10: 1841490865
ISBN 13: 9781841490861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # GRP65400898
Buy Used
£ 4.62
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle of Battle (Swans War Trilogy)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 3809142
Buy Used
£ 3.40
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle of Battle (Swans War Trilogy)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Used; Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 1104236
Buy Used
£ 3.40
Convert currency
Seller Image
The Isle Of Battle: Book Two in the Swans' War Trilogy
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Jacket. Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail with tracking worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. Picture is the actual item. Seller Inventory # 243386
Buy Used
£ 6.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle Of Battle Book Two in the Swans' War Trilogy
Published by
Orbit Books
(2002)
ISBN 10: 1841490865
ISBN 13: 9781841490861
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description First Edition. Condition: fine/fine. 1st edition 2002 Orbit fine hardcover book & fine dw (dust jacket), In stock shipped from our UK warehouse. Seller Inventory # 64352
Buy Used
£ 5.95
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Isle of Battle (Swans' War)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description HARDCOVER. Condition: VERY GOOD. 05 September, 2002. Orbit. Book - VERY GOOD. DJ - VERY GOOD. Seller Inventory # NB-716233
Buy Used
£ 5.50
Convert currency