The Terror: the novel that inspired the chilling BBC series by Dan Simmons (Engl

Description: The Terror by Dan Simmons Stephen King hailed Dan Simmons bestselling novel as a brilliant, massive combination of history and supernatural horror and its now a chilling 10-part AMC Original TV series from Ridley Scott. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description To be screened on BBC2 and on iPlayer, Ridley Scotts breathtaking 10-part television adaptation of Dan Simmons devastating The Terror - a devastating historical adventure that has chilled and thrilled readers the world over . . .Hailed by STEPHEN KING as a brilliant, massive combination of history and supernatural horror.Now a chilling 10-part TV series from RIDLEY SCOTT on BBC2 and iPlayerThe most advanced scientific enterprise ever mounted, Sir John Franklins 1845 expedition in search of the fabled North-West Passage had every expectation of triumph.But for almost two years his ships HMS Terror and Erebus have been trapped in the Arctic ice. Supplies of fuel and food are running low. Scurvy, starvation and even madness beging to take their toll. And yet the real threat isnt from the constantly shifting, alien landscape, the flesh-numbing temperatures or being crushed by the unyielding, frozen ocean. No, the real threat is far more terrifying.There is something out there in the frigid darkness. It stalks the ships and snatches men. It is a nameless thing. At once nowhere and everywhere, this terror has become the expeditions nemesis . . .Readers are gripped by The Terror-***** One of the best books I have ever read. I couldnt put it down!***** A tremendous weighty achievement in atmosphere and storytelling.***** So beautifully written and well researched. I cant praise this book highly enough. Notes A historical adventure based on the true story of the ill-fated Franklin Expedition. New edition to tie in with a major new TV series, set to be released in spring 2018, produced by Ridley Scott and starring Jared Harris, Tobias Menzies and Ciaran Hinds. Back Cover Nothing short of a masterpiece. SFREVU The most advanced scientific enterprise ever mounted, Sir John Franklins 1845 expedition in search of the fabled North-West Passage had every expectation of triumph. But for almost two years his ships Terror and Erebus have been trapped in the Arctic ice. Provisions are running low. Yet the real threat isnt from the constantly shifting landscape, the flesh-numbing temperatures or being crushed by the unyielding, frozen ocean. No, the real threat is far more terrifying. There is something out there in the frigid darkness. It stalks the ships and snatches men. It is a nameless thing. At once nowhere and everywhere, this terror has become the expeditions nemesis . . . Fantastic . . . gripping, well-observed and at times genuinely frightening SFX Meticulously researched and brilliantly imagined Washington Post A masterfully chilling work Entertainment Weekly Dazzling history and a sparkling chiller People Author Biography Winner of the Hugo, Nebula and Word Fantasy awards, DAN SIMMONS is the author of a number of acclaimed and bestselling novels across a range of genres - from suspense and science fiction to fantasy, horror and the supernatural. These include The Song of Kali, Darwins Blade, Hyperion, Ilium, Olympos and The Terror, Drood, Black Hills and The Abominable. He lives in Colorado.His website is Review A brilliant, massive combination of history and supernatural horror. -- STEPHEN KINGSimmons has created a chilling supernatural novel . . . the horrific trials of their impending icy deaths are vividly brought to life. * DAILY EXPRESS *One of the most remarkable things Ive read . . . nothing short of a masterpiece. It is a bona fide tour de force. * SFREVU *A revelation . . . Simmons is a giant among novelists. -- LINCOLN CHILDGo out and buy this book . . . a fantastic achievement. Gripping, well-observed, and at times genuinely frightening. * SFX *Dramatic and vivid . . . Simmons has given us a host of colourful, believable characters caught up in a driving, hell-bent narrative. The Terror is a tour de force. -- KEN McGOOGAN, author of Lady Franklins RevengeMeticulously researched and brilliantly imagined . . . a dramatic and mythic argument for how and why Franklin and his men met their demise . . . a compelling read. * WASHINGTON POST *The best and most unusual historical novel I have read in years . . . a haunting, precisely imagined fictional solution to one of historys most disquieting mysteries . . . brilliantly executed. * BOSTON GLOBE *??Dan Simmons is brilliant. -- DEAN KOONTZBrilliant . . . Simmons takes this 19th-century tragedy and crafts an imaginative hybrid tale. Its a historical horror novel . . . the kind of rich epic that requires a touch of patience at the beginning but amply rewards the reader by the end. * USA TODAY * Promotional Now a breathtaking 10-part television series from Ridley Scotts production company, Scott Free, and AMC - the studio behind Breaking Bad and The Walking Dead, Dan Simmons devastating historical adventure The Terror - based on the true story of the ill-fated Franklin Expedition - has chilled and thriller readers the world over . . . Review Text Simmons has created a chilling supernatural novel . . . the horrific trials of their impending icy deaths are vividly brought to life Review Quote A revelation. Dan Simmons is a giant among novelists Promotional "Headline" To be screened on BBC2 and on iPlayer, Ridley Scotts breathtaking 10-part television adaptation of Dan Simmons devastating The Terror - a devastating historical adventure that has chilled and thrilled readers the world over . . . Details ISBN085750391X Author Dan Simmons Pages 944 Publisher Transworld Publishers Ltd Year 2018 ISBN-10 085750391X ISBN-13 9780857503916 Format Paperback Imprint Bantam Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Media Book DEWEY 813.6 Language English UK Release Date 2018-04-05 Publication Date 2018-04-05 AU Release Date 2018-04-05 NZ Release Date 2018-04-05 Subtitle the novel that inspired the chilling BBC series Edition Description Media tie-in Audience General Alternative 9781407038995 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:117153022;

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