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From author and academic Michael Livingston, Origins of The Wheel of Time is an official exploration of the inspirations behind the renowned series, including the first biography of its creator, Robert Jordan. With an introduction by Jordan's editor and widow, Harriet McDougal.

Explore unique insights into The Wheel of Time, including:

• A new, redesigned world map by Ellisa Mitchell using change requests discovered in Robert Jordan's unpublished notes.
• An alternative scene from an early draft of The Eye of the World.
• An exclusive interview with the author.

This guide to the internationally widely acclaimed series will delve into the creation of Robert Jordan's masterpiece, drawing from interviews and an unprecedented examination of his unpublished notes. Michael Livingston narrates the backstory of who Jordan was, how he worked, and why he holds such a significant place in modern literature.

The second part of the book is a glossary for the 'real world' within The Wheel of Time. King Arthur is in The Wheel of Time. Merlin too. But also present are Alexander the Great and the Apollo Space Program, Norse gods and Napoleon's greatest defeat – and much more.

Origins of The Wheel of Time will offer fascinating knowledge and insights to new and old fans wishing either to expand their understanding of the series or to discover the real influences Jordan used in building his world – all in an accessible text.

'Jordan has mastered the world that Tolkien began to reveal' – The New York Times on the The Wheel of Time series.

Pages: 304, Year of Publication: 0528, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm