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The Sum of All Men (Runelords) (Paperback)

by David Farland (Author)
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  • Paperback: 624 pages
  • Publisher: Orbit; New edition edition (1 Feb 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1841495603
  • ISBN-13: 978-1841495606
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.6 x 4.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 35,597 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'The Runelords is a first rate tale, an epic fantasy that more than delivers on its promise. Read it soon and treat yourself to an adventure you won't forget.' Terry Brooks

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In the first book of The Runelords, Raj Ahten, the Wolf Lord of Indhopal, uses magic to transform himself into the ultimate warrior: The Sum of All Men. He seeks to bring all of humanity under his rule - destroying anything and anyone in his path. Standing in his way is Prince Gaborn Val Orden, who must fulfil a 2,000-year-old prophecy and become the Earth King, a mythic figure who can unleash the forces of the earth itself. Only then will humanity have a chance to survive...

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars marvel meets fantasy, 1 Feb 2009
It is very rare to read a fantasy book with such a fresh and unique concept thrown into the mix. In this tale king's and nobility, as well as others in their courts, are granted 'endowments' from their subjects - that is - abilities, such as strength or hearing, beauty, stamina, speed etc which in effect creates a type of 'superbeing.'The use and abuse of this is cleverly explored, with some characters opting to only accept endowments from the willing, whilst others take the powers from those weaker than them a little more ruthlessly.
This concept is thrown into a fairly standard fantasy-type world, with a loose confederation of city-states resembling medieval europe, plus an aggressive dictator attacking from the south, bearing an eastern/arabic flavour (something of an overused concept in fantasy - 'goodies' European, 'baddies' Arabic).
A 'magic' element is also there, although quite understated, certaily not in the mold of Errickson, with its 'grounding' in 'earth power.' This is also interestingly written, with, you feel, a lot more to explore in further books.
The writing is nice, with believable dialogue and characterisation, although it can in places feel a little self-indulgent and long-winded.
Overall an interesting read, a little slow in places, but I am certainly intrigued enough to buy the next installment and see where the author takes his ideas.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Sum of All Men, 29 Feb 2004
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I saw this book and thought "I'll try it", and I was very pleasantly surprised. A bit slow to start off with, but lots of excellent new ideas.

The characters were interesting and the plot very involving. Generally an excellent read. I found it hard to put down, and hated Raj Ahten!

Great new ideas too, like the endowments and the Earth Warden Binnesman. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good start for a new Author, 15 May 2001
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I quite enjoyed the book. Theres quite a few new ideas, and he's created his own creatures rather have, elves, Dwarfs and what nots. A Good change. I like the Wit, Stamina, Metabolism, grace etc. I've just received book 2 of the series today.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Great start, nice idea, not that great
Most of the reviews here are spot on. The book starts with a bang, and the author has some interesting idea's, especially with his adding and subtracting of attributes. Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars A long winded and sometimes boring blend of excellence!
I started reading this book and was immediatly grabbed by the interesting characters and their ability to take endowments from other individuals such as strength, stamina,... Read more
Published 17 months ago by M. Godby

3.0 out of 5 stars solid with an unusual twist
I never played those D&D role playing games, but this is a blend of a standard but entertaining fantasy with an element of rune lore that allows skills to be transfered or bought... Read more
Published 20 months ago by N. Brett

4.0 out of 5 stars I am confused!
This book gripped me. And I cannot say why. The ideas are, on the surface, common, but the development is very different to anything I have read. Read more
Published on 3 Jul 2007 by Flesch Maker

4.0 out of 5 stars A good read
This book is a very good read and a found I could not put it down (I finished it in 2 days). The reason I only gave the book 4 stars was the charcters with many endowmwnts were... Read more
Published on 18 Jun 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Exellent start
Enjoyed the book. Some good new ideas. Looking forward to the second book
Published on 8 Dec 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
If you like Robert Jordan, then you'll love this book. Really enjoyed it ... cann't wait for the next installment ... just hope its not as long as RJ's epic is !!
Published on 16 Jul 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars Uneven Story Perversely "Endowed"
This book was a mixed bag. Despite a rather riveting and climactic battle, the rest of the story rarely captured my attention and failed to draw me in,... Read more
Published on 7 Jul 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars True Fantasy Reading
This book transports you into a new world where you follow the adventures of Gaborn and his battles against the Wolf Lord Raj Ahten. Read more
Published on 15 Jun 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars Neat new idea of "endowments", rest needs some work
The "endowments" idea is new and good, though it is a bit too close to D&D attributes for my liking, with "Brawn" = "Strength" and... Read more
Published on 15 Jun 1999

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