Game of Thrones Archive
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Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3 Episode 8: Second Sons
Posted on May 20, 2013 | No CommentsIn this review of the latest episode of Game of Thrones, we look at the wedding of Tyrion and Sansa, which brings all of King's Landing out; the Hound with Arya, Daenerys confronting the mercenary company known as the Second Sons; Melisandre getting close to Gendry; and Sam and Gilly being attacked by a White Walker. -
Androgynes, Crossdressers, and Rebel Queens: Modern Representations of Medieval Women Warriors from Tolkien to Martin
Posted on May 15, 2013 | No CommentsThis was another stellar paper given at the Tales after Tolkien session. It was an intriguing look at the women of Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones and how each author portrays the mother and warrior characters of Galadriel/Cersi/Daenerys and Eowyn/Arya/Brienne. The paper examined the differences and problems posed by the portrayal of women in theses fantasy novels. -
The Meaning of the Middle Ages: Fans, Authors, and Industry
Posted on May 15, 2013 | No CommentsThis was a very enjoyable paper given on the topic of medievalism and the predominance of a European perspective in almost all fantasy literature. Young examined three authors who were moving away from the traditional telling of fantasy by subverting the typical pseudo-medieval narrative or by moving away from European cultures towards embracing Eastern, Aztec and other non-European worlds. -
George R. R. Martin’s Quest for Realism in A Song of Ice and Fire
Posted on May 14, 2013 | No CommentsThis was my last session of KZOO this year and it was the perfect way to end a great conference. This series was dedicated to examining medievalism in fantasy literature with the dominant topic being George R. R. Martin and Tolkien. -
Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3 Episode 7: The Bear and the Maiden Fair
Posted on May 13, 2013 | No CommentsThis week, we get a special treat: George R. R. Martin wrote this episode. If you’re expecting another Battle of Blackwater, you’re not going to find it. This is a slower episode with basic storyline movement and few exciting scenes. -
Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3 Episode 6: The Climb
Posted on May 6, 2013 | No CommentsThis week on Game of Thrones, there are plots a plenty in King's Landing, danger and daring North of the Wall and negotiating and pleading at Riverrun. -
Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3 Episode 5: Kissed by Fire
Posted on April 29, 2013 | No CommentsThis week on Game of Thrones, plots thicken and are thwarted, alliances are made, and punishment is doled out. -
Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3 Episode 4: And Now His Watch Is Ended
Posted on April 22, 2013 | No CommentsThis week's episode of Game of Thrones was packed full of plot twists, interesting dialogue and focused on revenge. -
Down and Out in Westeros, or: Economy and Society in George R.R. Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire
Posted on April 21, 2013 | No CommentsSo What’s a Dragon Worth, Anyway? -
Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3 Episode 3: Walk of Punishment
Posted on April 15, 2013 | No Comments'All men must die...but we are not men' ~ Daenerys Targaryen -
Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3 Episode 2: Dark Wings, Dark Words
Posted on April 8, 2013 | No CommentsIn this week's episode, we wrap up where all our other characters left off - Arya, Theon, Rob, Jamie, Bran and Sansa. -
Game of Thrones – Review of Season 3, Episode 1: Valar Dohaeris
Posted on April 1, 2013 | No CommentsAfter what seemed like an eternity, we're back with an exciting third season of Game of Thrones. Another season of plotting, scheming, sex, violence and dragons! -
Season 3 of Game of Thrones set to begin
Posted on March 30, 2013 | No CommentsFor millions of fans, the third season of Game of Thrones could not come fast enough. The hit TV show returns to HBO in the United States and Canada on Sunday, March 31st. -
Hot Holiday Reads!
Posted on November 23, 2012 | No CommentsPut down those turkey left-overs and check out some of these hot holiday reads! -
Game of Thrones – Review SE02 EP10 – Valar Morghulis
Posted on June 4, 2012 | No CommentsA season finale to end all season finales? No, unfortunately not so. This episode was not remotely equal to last week’s mind blowing attack on King’s Landing. -
Game of Thrones – Review SE02 EP09 – “Blackwater”
Posted on May 28, 2012 | No Comments'The world is built by killers so you'd better get used to looking at them.' - The Hound. -
Game of Thrones Review – Season 2 Episode 8: The Prince of Winterfell
Posted on May 21, 2012 | No CommentsThese scenes were all interesting plot points used to build up to the season’s end. While there wasn’t much blood and glory, there was plenty of intrigue . The pieces are falling into place for what’s looking to be an exciting finale. -
Game of Thrones Review: SE02 EP07 – “A Man without Honor”
Posted on May 14, 2012 | No Comments'It's better to be cruel than weak' ~ Theon -
Game of Thrones Review: SE02 EP06 – “The Old Gods and the New”
Posted on May 7, 2012 | No CommentsOn this week's episode of Game of Thrones, Theon attacks Winterfell, Dany looks for allies, Arya is exposed and Jon meets his match. -
Game of Thrones Review: SE02 EP05 – The Ghost of Harrenhal
Posted on April 30, 2012 | No CommentsReview of 'The Ghost of Harrenhal', Episode 5 of Season 2 of Game of Thrones -
Game of Thrones Review: SE02 EP04: Garden of Bones
Posted on April 23, 2012 | No CommentsOn this week's episode of a Game of Thrones, it's all about intrigue and plot building. While there wasn't much in the way of warfare, there were plenty of revealing scenes to keep viewers glued to their screens. -
Game of Thrones Review SE02 EP03: What Is Dead May Never Die
Posted on April 22, 2012 | No CommentsReview of the third episode of Season 2 from Game of Thrones -
Game of Thrones: SE02 EP02 Review: The Night Lands
Posted on April 9, 2012 | No CommentsI'm not Ned Stark - I understand how this game is played - Tyrion -
Game of Thrones: SE02 EP01 Review: The North Remembers
Posted on April 2, 2012 | No CommentsThis episode focused on leadership and power. Cersei makes a miserable attempt to keep rumours at bay while Joff wantonly doles out cruel punishment for his amusment making season one's' Viserys Targaryen look like Mother Teresa. -
Game of Thrones Season 1 Reviews
Posted on April 1, 2012 | No CommentsGame of Thrones Season 1: Catch up on all the episodes of the first season of Game of Thrones with our video and written reviews.
