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Diablo III: Book of Cain Hardcover – 11 Jan. 2012

by Deckard Cain (Author)

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Since the dawn of time, the Eternal Conflict has raged between the High Heavens and the Burning Hells. If the Prophecy of the End Days holds true, mankind will soon find itself trapped in the middle of this never-ending war. Here renowned scholar Deckard Cain has combined excerpts, illustrations, and firsthand knowledge to pen a history of the world of Sanctuary. His writings depict the insidious Prime Evils (Diablo, Mephisto, and Baal), shed light on Tyrael and the other archangels of the Angiris Council, and illuminate humanity's hope and enduring heroism in the face of overwhelming terror. Revealed also are the untold mysteries, from the origins of mortals and the secrets of the nephalem to the gathering darkness of the End of Days. So take heed, dear reader, and bear witness to the truths that lie within. Known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft(R) and the Warcraft(R), Starcraft(R), and Diablo(R) franchises, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry's most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment's track record includes thirteen #1-selling games and numerous Game of the Year awards.

Reading age

5 years and up
Print length

148 pages
Language

English
Dimensions

19.69 x 2.03 x 25.4 cm
Publisher

Insight Editions
Publication date

11 Jan. 2012
ISBN-10

1608870634
ISBN-13

978-1608870639
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Insight did an outrageous work with this book; it s actually one of the prettiest looking videogame books I ve ever opened. From start to finish the book will offer information about the world of Sanctuary, its complete history, biographies from the people that live in it, and the demons that threaten it. To accompany every biography, there is a gorgeous illustration made by Blizzard. Insight s website doesn t do justice to this book; every page looks quite different to what it looks like in the site. It has been a completely different experience from what I was expecting.
Insight managed to capture the dark atmosphere of the series in this 147 page book, and will give new players and fans of the series an amazing source for Diablo s story. I definitely recommend this book for every single fan of the Diablo series, you will not regret spending your cash in it, and even if you are not a fan of the series, you should check what this book has to offer. "Just Push Start""

Insight did an outrageous work with this book; it's actually one of the prettiest looking videogame books I've ever opened. From start to finish the book will offer information about the world of Sanctuary, its complete history, biographies from the people that live in it, and the demons that threaten it. To accompany every biography, there is a gorgeous illustration made by Blizzard. Insight's website doesn't do justice to this book; every page looks quite different to what it looks like in the site. It has been a completely different experience from what I was expecting.
Insight managed to capture the dark atmosphere of the series in this 147 page book, and will give new players and fans of the series an amazing source for Diablo's story. I definitely recommend this book for every single fan of the Diablo series, you will not regret spending your cash in it, and even if you are not a fan of the series, you should check what this book has to offer. --"Just Push Start"

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Insight Editions; Second Edition (11 Jan. 2012)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 148 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1608870634
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1608870639
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 years and up
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 19.69 x 2.03 x 25.4 cm

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Emerson

Bought as a gift, highly recommended!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 December 2015

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First of all, this review will not be about the book story and content as I have not read it. I bought this book as a gift to my brother who is a all time Diablo fan and also had the Diablo 3 game to accompany the book.

Boy, when I received this book to wrap it up as birthday gift, I was completely stunned. The book is made with a beautiful great hard cover embossed with this awesome looking skull (lord of Terror) and as soon as you open the book and flip through the pages, it is meant to resemble a old book with its tinted pages giving it a great feeling that the book is of great age and there are numerous asides and additions written in the margin as if Deckard is amending and elaborating. To add to this fantastic book are illustrations of characters/monsters, symbols, etc. that it gives additional information when playing the game.

There is an enclosed enveloped seals with a wax-seal sticker, can't really say how that looks as I didn't want to open someone's gift but I read that it is a map of the Diablo world.

A few weeks after my brother received his gift, he called me to say how epic the book was and that he would like the Diablo 3: book of Tyrall as a Christmas present. i guess he really liked it then.

Overall, seeing how a hardcore Diablo fan reacted to this book, if you looking to buy this for someone or yourself. I would highly recommend it!

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J. C. Neale

Beautiful, enthralling book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 February 2012

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I'm not entirely sure what I could say about this that others haven't, but I wanted to express my enthusiasm at least!

It's a beautifully presented book, for starters. Embossed covers, fantastic art and design work and it's a pleasure to have in your hands - Really, it's gorgeous. I can't emphasise that enough!
As for the cotent, it's a brilliant way of entering the world of Sanctuary. Or if you are revising or reminding yourself, wanting to explore and understand more, or simply want to heat your juices up for Diablo III - It gives you all the backstory, the story arc and pretty much all you need to know to be left ridiculously exited for Diablo III, and the continuation of the story.
The world of Diablo has utterly riveting and compelling lore, and this book perfectly demonstrates that.

Would you expect any less from a Blizzard product?
In summary, a beautifully presented, beautifully told piece filled that packs in a ton of the incredible lore of Diablo, and snippets of that which is to come.

Worth every single penny paid, and a lot more. £16 feels like a bit of a steal, to be perfectly honest.
To echo what everyone else has said : If you are fan of Diablo, get this. Get this now.

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Blake

Powerful

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 November 2014

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Not only a beautiful cover, but beautiful artwork imprints. There is also a beautiful mythology written inside, that I would consider more peotic than the "bible". The mythology written within is well thought, and wonderfully written. Within is in stained cream colour. To give it that aged, priceless look. It feels like a lovely gem that sits well on any bookshelf. Well sturdy feel on each page, along with lovely artwork. A treasure even for the non-hardcore fans of Diablo 3.

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David Cahill

Excellent book, even if you id not play the game.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 November 2020

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The quality of the book is amazing, from the story line, the history and the art work. I am looking forward to getting the other two in the series.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 March 2017

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Arrived in great package (I am always worried when ordering books online for damage done). Great book with some nice lore if you're into the Diablo universe (Not just diablo 3).
Five stars from me.

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Luís F.

If you are a diablo fan, buy this!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 March 2016

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As a diablo fan i had to buy this book. The illustrations makes me remind of the book that came with the first Diablo game. Although this book doesn't add too much story it is a good bridge between diablo 2 and 3. What caught my attention in this book was the attention to detail, they did a good job recreating a old book.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 June 2014

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My english is not as good as I would like so my comments may not persuade people to buy it.

In few words, this book is very well written, I loved read it even if I thought it was a bit short.

Pictures inside are awesome.

I know there is another book of Diablo III book of Izrael if I remember well, but as far as I remember, this one is quite more interesting.

You will not regret buying it.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 January 2012

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looked around and couldnt find this in stock anywhere, even amazon said several weeks wait

i ordered anyway and it arrived 2days later just before xmas

it is a joy to look over.
nice info contained and some good graphics
has helped me to understand a bit of the background to the diablo series.

now bring on the game blizzard!!!!

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