Game of thrones is a fantasy that features a lot of made-up science - fabricated climatology, astronomy, metallurgy, chemistry and biology. In this book the author turns her scientist's eye on Game of Thrones exploring, among other things, the science of an ice wall, the genetics of the Targaryen and Lannister families, and the biology of beheading. Even the most faithful Game of Thrones fans will learn new and interesting things about the show from Thompson's entertaining and engaging account.
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