A Storm of Swords by George R. R. Martin (Book Analysis)

This practical and insightful reading guide offers a complete summary and analysis of A Storm of Swords by George R. R. Martin. It provides a thorough exploration of the novel’s plot, characters and main themes, as well as a useful introduction to the high fantasy genre. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.

This clear and detailed 64-page reading guide is structured as follows:

• Biography of George R. R. Martin
• Presentation of A Storm of Swords
• Summary of A Storm of Swords
• Character study
  • Catelyn Stark
  • Arya Stark
  • Sansa Stark
  • Bran Stark
  • Jon Snow
  • Samwell Tarly
  • Jaime Lannister
  • Tyrion Lannister
  • Daenerys Targaryen
  • Davos Seaworth
• Analysis of A Storm of Swords
  • The fantasy genre
  • The role of prophecy
  • Honor

About A Storm of Swords

A Storm of Swords is the third volume of the gritty fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire, which is renowned for its complex worldbuilding and unflinchingly bleak outlook. In this installment, the War of the Five Kings rages on, the Starks are still reeling after Ned’s death, Daenerys Targaryen continues to gather strength and the Night’s Watch find themselves under threat from the Others. A Storm of Swords formed the basis third and fourth seasons of HBO’s Game of Thrones, and features some of the most shocking deaths in the series so far.

About George R. R. Martin

George R. R. Martin is an American writer. He began writing and publishing fiction in the early 1970s, mostly in the genres of science fiction and fantasy. After completing a master’s degree in journalism, he worked as a teacher for a few years to supplement his income, and was a conscientious objector during the Vietnam War. He began writing full-time in 1979, and is now best-known for his bestselling fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire, which has spawned a popular television adaptation, Game of Thrones.