Statements (88)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:novel
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_K'_Chain_Che'_Malle
gptkb:Silchas_Ruin gptkb:Shades_of_Magic gptkb:Ian_C._Esslemont |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
graphic novel (planned)
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| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Ian_C._Esslemont
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| gptkbp:contains |
multiple story arcs
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| gptkbp:explores |
themes of power and betrayal
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| gptkbp:features |
assassins and mercenaries
characters from the Malazan series the character Dancer the character Kellanved |
| gptkbp:focuses_on |
gptkb:political_intrigue
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| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Return_of_the_Crimson_Guard
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| gptkbp:follows |
events of Gardens of the Moon
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Magic:_The_Gathering_set
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| gptkbp:has_theme |
loyalty and honor
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Night of Knives
|
| gptkbp:includes |
magic and sorcery
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| gptkbp:is_available_in |
audiobook format
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| gptkbp:is_considered |
a prequel to other Malazan novels
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| gptkbp:is_part_of |
Malazan universe
the Malazan series |
| gptkbp:isbn |
978-0-553-81366-0
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| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:narrative_style |
third-person perspective
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| gptkbp:notable_for |
its thematic depth
its character development its emotional impact its complex characters its memorable quotes its exploration of human nature its use of symbolism its dark themes its rich world-building its political commentary its exploration of identity its use of humor its pacing its philosophical questions its exploration of morality its character arcs its commentary on society its exploration of fate its exploration of the human condition its narrative complexity its exploration of friendship its exploration of justice its cultural references its exploration of destiny its exploration of revenge its exploration of sacrifice its exploration of the future its exploration of the past its exploration of the supernatural its intricate plot its action sequences its philosophical undertones its suspenseful moments its examination of power dynamics its depiction of conflict its portrayal of loyalty its exploration of consequences its exploration of choice its character relationships its exploration of redemption its exploration of time. its exploration of the unknown its climactic ending its unique perspective on war its depiction of betrayal its exploration of morality and ethics |
| gptkbp:page_count |
400
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:2004
gptkb:Bantam_Press gptkb:Orbit_Books_(UK) gptkb:Tor_Books_(US) |
| gptkbp:received |
mixed reviews
|
| gptkbp:series |
gptkb:Malazan_Book_of_the_Fallen
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Malazan_Empire
the year 1150 the Malazan world the Night of Knives the city of Darujhistan |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Ian_C._Esslemont
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| gptkbp:written_in |
prose
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