Items related to Night of Knives: A Novel of the Malazan Empire
It gave the Empire its name, but the tiny island and city of Malaz is now a sleepy, seedy backwater port. However, this night things are a little different. This night its residents are bustling about, barring doors and shuttering windows. Because this night a once-in-a-generation Shadow Moon is due and threatens the good citizens of Malaz with demon hounds and other, darker, beings...
And it was also prophesied that on this night the Emperor Kellanved, missing for all these years, would return. As factions within the greater Empire battle over the imperial throne, the Shadow Moon summons a far more alien and ancient presence for an all-out assault upon the island. Indeed, the cataclysmic events that happen this night will determine the fate of the Malaz and of the entire world beyond.
From the Trade Paperback edition.
And it was also prophesied that on this night the Emperor Kellanved, missing for all these years, would return. As factions within the greater Empire battle over the imperial throne, the Shadow Moon summons a far more alien and ancient presence for an all-out assault upon the island. Indeed, the cataclysmic events that happen this night will determine the fate of the Malaz and of the entire world beyond.
From the Trade Paperback edition.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Ian Cameron Esslemont was born in 1962 in Winnipeg and now lives in Alaska with his family. He is currently completing a Ph.D in Literature and writing a second novel set in the world of Malaz.
From the Trade Paperback edition.
From Publishers Weekly:
From the Trade Paperback edition.
Starred Review. Steven Erickson's Malazan Book of the Fallen series only hints at the empire's distant history, which Esslemont, cocreator of the original world, explores in this dark, powerful novel (first published in the U.K. in 2004) and its planned sequels. On a Shadow Moon night on the Isle of Malaz, dead souls rise and demonlike hounds attack any who dare to leave their homes. Knowing that Emperor Kellanved is prophesied to use the Shadow Moon for his own ends, the emperor's enemies gather on the small island for their own nefarious purposes, starting a plot that spirals into bloody violence. Esslemont nails the feel and flavor of Erickson's books and brings the historical characters to life with a dexterity that will win over even the most skeptical fans. (May)
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherBantam
- Publication date2008
- ISBN 10 0553818295
- ISBN 13 9780553818291
- BindingMass Market Paperback
- Number of pages416
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 12.93
Shipping:
US$ 2.64
Within U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Seller Image
Night of Knives : A Novel of the Malazan Empire
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 5489211-n
Buy New
US$ 12.93
Convert currency
Seller Image
Night Of Knives (Paperback)
Published by
Transworld Publishers Ltd, London
(2008)
ISBN 10: 0553818295
ISBN 13: 9780553818291
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The debut novel from the co-creator of Steven Erikson's brilliantly-imagined world of Malaz.This incredibly atmospheric and action - packed epic fantasy from million copy seller Ian C Esslemont is a must read for fans of Steven Erikson, David Gemmell and Brandon Sanderson."Visceral power.telling a story set largely over just one terrifying night, it pulverises you with an economy that is rare in fantasy" - SFX"Fast paced storytelling.an enjoyable balance" - SFFworld"A pleasing.entertaining romp" - DeathRay"Absolutely outstanding" -- ***** Reader review"Fast paced and a compelling read" -- ***** Reader review"Brilliant. Couldn't put it down" -- ***** Reader review*******************************************************THE ONE NIGHT THAT WILL CHANGE THINGS FOREVERMalaz gave a great empire its name, but now this island and its city amount to little more than a sleepy backwater.Until this night.Because this night there is to be a convergence, the once-in-a-generation appearance of a Shadow Moon - an occasion that threatens the good people of Malaz with demon hounds and other, darker things.It is also prophesied that the Emperor Kellanved will return this night, and there are many who would prevent that happening at any cost. As factions within the Empire draw up battle lines, an ancient presence begins its all-out assault upon the island. Witnesses to these cataclysmic events include a thief called Kiska, and Temper, a war-weary veteran.Although they do not know it, they each have a part to play in a confrontation that will determine not only the fate of Malaz City but also of the world beyond. Malaz gave a great empire its name, but now this island and its city amount to little more than a sleepy backwater. Until this night. Because this night there is to be a convergence, the once-in-a-generation appearance of a Shadow Moon - an occasion that threatens the good people of Malaz with demon hounds and other, darker things. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780553818291
Buy New
US$ 15.58
Convert currency
Stock Image
Night of Knives
Published by
Random House
(2008)
ISBN 10: 0553818295
ISBN 13: 9780553818291
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. pp. 416. Seller Inventory # 6324933
Buy New
US$ 8.83
Convert currency
Stock Image
Night of Knives
Published by
Transworld 2008-05-05, London
(2008)
ISBN 10: 0553818295
ISBN 13: 9780553818291
New
paperback
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: New. Language: ENG. Seller Inventory # 9780553818291
Buy New
US$ 13.17
Convert currency
Seller Image
Night of Knives: A Novel of the Malazan Empire [Soft Cover ]
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9780553818291
Buy New
US$ 21.95
Convert currency
Stock Image
Night of Knives: A Novel of the Malazan Empire
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition. Seller Inventory # bk0553818295xvz189zvxnew
Buy New
US$ 24.62
Convert currency
Stock Image
Night of Knives: A Novel of the Malazan Empire
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service. Seller Inventory # Holz_New_0553818295
Buy New
US$ 21.06
Convert currency
Stock Image
Night Of Knives: A Novel Of The Malazan Empire (Malazan Empire 1)
Published by
Bantam
(2008)
ISBN 10: 0553818295
ISBN 13: 9780553818291
New
Mass Market Paperback
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Mass Market Paperback. Condition: New. BRAND NEW ** SUPER FAST SHIPPING FROM UK WAREHOUSE ** 30 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE. Seller Inventory # 9780553818291-GDR
Buy New
US$ 13.82
Convert currency
Stock Image
Night of Knives: A Novel of the Malazan Empire
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. In. Seller Inventory # ria9780553818291_new
Buy New
US$ 13.03
Convert currency
Stock Image
Night Of Knives: A Novel Of The Malazan Empire
Published by
Transworld Publishers Ltd
(2008)
ISBN 10: 0553818295
ISBN 13: 9780553818291
New
Mass Market Paperback
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 480 pages. 7.01x4.13x1.26 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __0553818295
Buy New
US$ 13.06
Convert currency