![]() ![]() When characters wield a sword, it’s because they plan to use it. The First Law is a fantasy trilogy of the grimdark subgenre, so expect many gory and violent scenes war is everywhere, and in Abercrombie’s world brutality is the way to survive. In Gurkhul, the Magi have clout and a powerful influence over the ruler. To the south, the Gurkish Empire, a massive extension of land where the separation of state and church is weak, and the people’s religious fervor borders on fanatic. ![]() To the north is the area simply known as “The North” where the Northmen dwell, barbaric Viking-like tribes that have formed an alliance. ![]() The other territories have plans to attack. However, the sound of war drums is rumbling off in the horizon, though faintly, and around its borders. The Union is the Kingdom where many of the main characters live it is inhabited by a decadent society that is convinced of its civilization’s superiority. All three books take place in the epic fantasy world created by Abercrombie, clearly inspired in feuding Medieval Europe with which it bears many similarities. The First Law is a trilogy containing three of the best books by Joe Abercrombie: The Blade Itself, Before They Are Hanged, and Last Argument of Kings. ![]()
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