Dying of the Light

5b George R. R. Martin. London: Gollancz, 1978. First UK Printing. SIGNED Notes Dying of the Light is George R.R. Martin’s first published novel, released in 1977. Set in a far-future universe, the story unfolds on the rogue planet Worlorn, a once-beautiful world now drifting away from its sun and slipping into darkness. The novel follows Dirk t’Larien, who travels to Worlorn after receiving a cryptic message from a former lover, only to become entangled in the complex, honor-bound culture of her new companions. As the planet slowly dies, so too do the relationships and ideals of the characters, creating a melancholic exploration of love, identity, and the inevitability of change. The novel blends science fiction with deeply human drama, showcasing Martin’s talent for world-building and moral ambiguity even in his early work.  George R.R. Martin, born in 1948 in Bayonne, New Jersey, is best known as the author of A Song of Ice and Fire, the epic fantasy series that inspired HBO’s Game