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| Book Title | Krispos the Emperor |
| Series | The Tale of Krispos |
| Genre | Science Fiction |
| Author | Harry Turtledove |
| Publisher | Del Rey |
| Published | May 1, 1994 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | Used mass market paperback. Moderate shelf wear, edge wear, corner wear, and cover rubbing visible. Some creasing and handling wear consistent with age and reading. Complete and structurally sound. |
| Condition | Good |
Krispos has risen from peasant origins to become emperor of the mighty Videssian Empire, but ruling proves even more difficult than winning the throne. Surrounded by ambitious nobles, rival claimants, political conspiracies, and threats from beyond the empire’s borders, he must struggle to preserve both his dynasty and the realm itself. As questions of succession become increasingly urgent, Krispos learns that power carries a price, and that the future of the empire may depend on decisions that affect generations to come.
EugeneBookStore Summary
The concluding volume of The Tale of Krispos trilogy brings Harry Turtledove’s Byzantine-inspired fantasy saga to a satisfying and dramatic conclusion. Filled with court intrigue, warfare, diplomacy, and political maneuvering, the novel showcases the author’s talent for blending real historical influences with epic fantasy storytelling. A rewarding finale for readers invested in the rise and reign of one of fantasy’s most unlikely emperors.
Collector Notes
Krispos the Emperor completes The Tale of Krispos trilogy, one of the central narrative arcs within Turtledove’s larger Videssos universe. The trilogy traces the remarkable journey of a peasant who rises to become ruler of an empire inspired by Byzantium. Because this volume concludes the story, collectors seeking complete trilogy sets often place a premium on matching copies. The Videssos novels remain among the most respected examples of historical fantasy from the late twentieth century.
