"The Virgin of Valkarion" by Poul Anderson is a captivating fantasy novel set within a decaying empire, where prophecies and power struggles threaten to consume the city of Valkarion. The story centers on Alfric, a northern warrior unexpectedly drawn into the city's political chaos amidst plots to assassinate Empress Hildaborg, all while an ancient prophecy looms – foretelling the empire’s end. Alfric becomes deeply involved, discovering he is a central figure in the prophesied events. Together, Alfric and Hildaborg create a powerful bond and ignite a rebellion against the all-powerful priesthood, and fight to change their fates!
The Virgin of Valkarion
By Poul Anderson
In a world teetering on the brink of collapse, a barbarian warrior and an empress unite against overwhelming forces to defy a prophecy that threatens to destroy their civilization.
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About the AuthorPoul William Anderson was an American fantasy and science fiction author who was active from the 1940s until his death in 2001. Anderson also wrote historical novels. He won the Hugo Award seven times and the Nebula Award three times, and was nominated many more times for awards.
Poul William Anderson was an American fantasy and science fiction author who was active from the 1940s until his death in 2001. Anderson also wrote historical novels. He won the Hugo Award seven times and the Nebula Award three times, and was nominated many more times for awards.
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