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Overview
A Clash of Kings is the second novel in American author George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series
. It was first published in 1998. The novel follows the complex power struggles across the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros as rival claimants vie for the Iron Throne, while ancient threats and supernatural forces loom on the horizon. A Clash of Kings is notable for its exploration of the corrupting influence of power and the devastating consequences of war. The novel was adapted for television as the second season of the HBO hit series Game of Thrones.Read the full book summary, an in-depth character analysis of Tyrion Lannister, and explanations of important quotes from A Clash of Kings.
