Cold, barren, harsh. The audience’s introduction to the world of Ice and Fire, on the very first pages of A Game of Thrones was not for the faint of heart. Westeros and the lands beyond were no homesteads of comfort, but battlegrounds where one had to fight to survive. While south of the Wall, these conflicts had turned tactful and treacherous, beyond the frozen reaches of the North, physical might was still a requirement. When first reading the prologue of A Game of Thrones, one would be remiss to note the immediate introduction of the world and the main threat to it, but upon further inspection and study, there lurks something more. Hello everyone, and welcome back to Exploring Fiction. As previously mentioned, the first read-through of the prologue in A Song of Ice and Fire’s opening novel is a chance for readers to acclimate to the world and identify its greatest challenge, the ghastly Others. The three black-clad rangers of the Night’s Watch stumble upon such foes, much to their chagrin. Yet, if one reads the passage after consuming the rest of the published narrative, greater insight can be obtained. It highlights that no one, no matter their status in Westeros, is safe from the ghoulish undead figures beyond its northern border, and that actually, noblemen, represented by Ser Waymar Royce, might be the least equipped to handle such a threat. So, what exactly occurs during the prologue to A Game of Thrones, and why is it so significant, especially on second inspection? Let’s explore…
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0:00 Introduction
2:04 A Doomed Ranging
6:40 First Reading
8:23 Analysis
12:03 Conclusion
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Music:
Dark Score - Liborio Conti
Magic Forest - Kevin MacLeod
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25 июл 2024