A Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin (1996 Bantam Hardcover, 6th Printing)

The novel that launched one of the most celebrated fantasy series of modern times. Originally published in 1996, George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones introduced readers to the richly imagined world of Westeros, where noble houses compete for power amid political intrigue, betrayal, ancient rivalries, and the looming threat of winter.

This sixth printing from Bantam Spectra features the striking orange-to-red dust jacket with its iconic golden lion artwork, along with the publisher's distinctive white-and-gold hardcover binding and decorative gilt spine lettering. The original dust jacket retains its $28.00 price.

A beautifully preserved example, with exceptionally clean boards, bright gilt lettering, crisp white page edges, and a tight, square binding. The interior is remarkably fresh, while the vibrant original dust jacket shows only minor handling and light edge wear. Overall Near Fine in a Near Fine dust jacket.

A really nice hardcover copy of the first volume in A Song of Ice and Fire, particularly appealing to collectors and admirers of Martin's landmark fantasy series.