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| Book Title | Gallicenae |
| Series | The King of Ys |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Author | Poul Anderson & Karen Anderson |
| Publisher | Baen Books |
| Published | 1987 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | Good pre-owned mass market paperback. Moderate shelf and edge wear with light spine creasing, corner wear, and a previous bookstore price sticker on the front cover. Binding appears solid and pages are intact. |
| Condition | Good |
As the Roman Empire tightens its grip on the ancient world, the legendary kingdom of Ys struggles to preserve its independence. Young Prince Gratillonius, a Roman officer of exceptional ability, becomes entangled in the politics, religion, and ancient magic surrounding the mysterious island kingdom ruled by the priestesses of Gallizenae. Blending authentic history with Celtic mythology, the story follows the rise of a reluctant ruler destined to stand between Rome and the old gods.
EugeneBookStore Summary
Gallizenae is the opening novel in The King of Ys, a richly detailed historical fantasy series by Poul Anderson and Karen Anderson. Combining meticulous historical research with Celtic legends and subtle magic, it creates an immersive vision of late antiquity unlike most traditional fantasy novels. Fans of historical fantasy, Arthurian legend, and Roman-era adventures will appreciate its intelligent storytelling and memorable characters.
Collector Notes
Originally published in hardcover in 1988, Gallizenae is the first book in the four-volume King of Ys series. The Baen paperback edition remains the most widely collected and is increasingly sought after by Poul Anderson collectors and readers of historical fantasy.
