The First Chronicles Of Druss The Legend

A Call to Glory

In The First Chronicles of Druss the Legend, David Gemmell ushers readers into the tumultuous realm of Drenai at the brink of annihilation. When the barbarian chieftain Skilgannon strikes fear into all who oppose him, only one warrior stands between his horde and the defenseless city of Dros Delnoch: Druss, the axe-wielding hero whose name is sung in taverns from the Frozen Waste to the Shadowlands. Haunted by a vow he made long ago and driven by an unshakable code of honor, Druss rides forth with grim determination, his heart steeled by loss and fueled by a promise to protect the innocent at any cost.

The Axe of Legend

Gemmell’s prose is both lyrical and visceral as he paints Druss’s life in broad strokes of valor and sacrifice. We follow the legendary warrior from his humble beginnings as a simple blacksmith’s son to the forging of Snaga, his rune-etched axe that hums with the echoes of countless battles. Alongside a motley band of allies—a disillusioned scholar seeking redemption, a hardened archer with eyes like a hawk, and a noblewoman braving her own inner demons—Druss must learn that true strength lies not only in steel, but in loyalty, compassion, and the bonds forged in adversity.

Shadows of War

As the siege of Dros Delnoch reaches its fever pitch, the thunder of war drums reverberates across blood-soaked ramparts, and Druss faces his greatest trial. Each thunderous clash of blade against shield and every breath drawn amid swirling ash carries the weight of hope and despair. With a climactic showdown that will determine the fate of empires, Gemmell delivers a tale of epic proportions—where courage is immortalized in legend and the spirit of one man can inspire countless others to stand firm in the face of darkness.

Author’s Description

David Gemmell was a bestselling British novelist renowned for his heroic fantasy epics and richly drawn characters. Drawing on his passion for storytelling and a love of ancient myths, he crafted unforgettable sagas of honor, courage, and the battle between light and shadow. His works continue to captivate readers around the globe, ensuring that legends never die.