2012 Longlist
Under Heaven
ABOUT
THE BOOK
Inspired by the glory of Tang Dynasty China in the eighth century, Guy Gavriel Kay melds history and the fantastic into something both powerful and emotionally compelling. Under Heaven is a novel on the grandest narrative scale, encompassing the intimate details of individual lives in an unforgettable time and place.
NOMINATING LIBRARY COMMENTS
This is a finely nuanced, historical, fantastic novel. It explores such timeless themes of filial piety and personal integrity, while presenting a meticulously imagined culture that includes dangerous and subtle political structures and intrigue.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Country
Canada
Original Language
English
Publisher
Viking Canada
Nominating Library