{"product_id":"fred-saberhagen-the-first-book-of-swords-2000-1st-turkish-book-turkey","title":"Fred Saberhagen – The First Book of Swords 2000 1st Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"113\"\u003eFred Saberhagen – Kılıçların Birinci Kitabı (The First Book of Swords) – 2000 Altıkırkbeş Yayınları First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"281\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"426\"\u003eThis book, titled Kılıçların Birinci Kitabı (The First Book of Swords), was written by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFred Saberhagen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and published in Turkish by Altıkırkbeş Yayınları in 2000. It is a single-volume novel that serves as the opening installment of the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBooks of Swords series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eThe story begins when powerful gods, seeking amusement, forge twelve magical swords and release them into the mortal world. Each sword holds a unique and often dangerous ability—some grant invulnerability, others influence fate, death, or perception—making them highly sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eAs these weapons scatter across the land, various individuals—ranging from warriors and rulers to adventurers—become entangled in the pursuit of power. The novel follows multiple characters whose paths intersect through their encounters with these legendary swords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eRather than focusing on a single hero, the narrative presents a broader view of how these artifacts disrupt societies, ignite conflicts, and alter destinies. The presence of the swords introduces chaos, ambition, and unforeseen consequences across kingdoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eThemes of power, fate, greed, and divine manipulation are central to the story. The swords themselves act as catalysts, revealing the true nature of those who seek to wield them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eThe novel combines classic high fantasy elements with a multi-perspective narrative structure, offering both adventure and philosophical undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eAs the first book in the Books of Swords series, it establishes the mythology, rules, and overarching conflict that continue in later installments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eFor collectors, this 2000 Turkish first edition represents an early and relatively rare publication of a well-known fantasy work. Its role as the starting point of the series makes it a valuable addition to fantasy collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2165\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e• Title: Kılıçların Birinci Kitabı (The First Book of Swords)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e• Author: Fred Saberhagen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e• Series: Books of Swords\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003e• Publisher: Altıkırkbeş Yayınları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e• PublicationYear: 2000\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e• Edition: First Turkish Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003e• Genre: Epic fantasy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2264\"\u003e• Format: Novel (Series Book 1)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e• Core Element: Twelve magical swords with unique powers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003e• Setting: Mythic fantasy world influenced by gods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003e• Narrative Structure: Multi-character, interconnected storytelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003e• Themes: Power; fate; greed; destiny; divine manipulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e• Narrative Style: Adventure-driven; episodic; character-focused\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003e• Series Significance: Establishes the foundation of the Books of Swords saga\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Early Turkish edition of a classic fantasy novel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49446585499786,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_2b836b25-3219-45be-bb95-24c0ab3f4f2c.jpg?v=1779284445","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/fred-saberhagen-the-first-book-of-swords-2000-1st-turkish-book-turkey","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}