The Cold Commands
Richard K. Morgan
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The Cold Commands
Published
2011
Publisher
Gollancz
Pages
407
ISBN-13
9780575077935
Description
Ringil Eskiath, scarred wielder of the kiriath-forged broadsword Ravensfriend, is a man on the run – from his past and the family who have disowned him, from the slave trade magnates of Trelayne who want him dead, and apparently from the dark gods themselves, who are taking an interest but making no more sense than they ever have. Outlawed and exiled from his ancestral home in the north, Ringil has only one place left to turn – Yhelteth, city heart of the southern Empire, where perhaps he can seek asylum with the kiriath half-breed Archeth Indamaninarmal, former war comrade and now high-up advisor to the Emperor Jhiral Khimran II. But Archeth Indamaninarmal has problems of her own to contend with, as does her house guest, bodyguard and one time steppe nomad Egar the Dragonbane. And far from gaining the respite he is seeks, Ringil will instead find himself implicated in fresh schemes and doubtful allegiances no safer than those he has left behind. Old enemies are stirring, the old order is rotted through and crumbling, and though no-one yet knows it, the city of Yhelteth is about to explode … ([Source][1]) [1]: https://www.gollancz.co.uk/titles/richard-morgan/the-cold-commands/9780575084896/
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Cold Commands?
This edition of The Cold Commands has approximately 407 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Cold Commands?
For most readers, The Cold Commands typically takes between 8h 29m and 5h 39m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 101,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 47m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 101,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Cold Commands?
The estimated word count for The Cold Commands is approximately 101,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Cold Commands?
The Cold Commands was written by Richard K. Morgan.
When was The Cold Commands published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.