About the Author

R. Scott Bakker was born in 1947. He holds a B.A. in English language and literature, an M.A. in theory and criticism, and a Ph.D. in philosophy from Vanderbilt University. He lives in Monterey, California.

Reviews

Praise for R. Scott Bakker
br>?In a very short time, author R. Scott Bakker has proven that he is well on his way to building a universe that is arguably comparable with those created by the likes of Frank Herbert ("Dune") and Isaac Asimov ("Foundation")?a universe so satisfyingly detailed you [feel] as though you could slip inside.? --"January" magazine

?A journey unlike any other you have experienced. Part Dante's "Inferno" and part Conrad's "Heart Of Darkness", this is fantasy literature like you?ve never read before.? - -"Blogcritics"
Praise for R. Scott Bakker
BR>"In a very short time, author R. Scott Bakker has proven that he is well on his way to building a universe that is arguably comparable with those created by the likes of Frank Herbert ("Dune") and Isaac Asimov ("Foundation")...a universe so satisfyingly detailed you [feel] as though you could slip inside." ?"January" magazine
"A journey unlike any other you have experienced. Part Dante's "Inferno" and part Conrad's "Heart Of Darkness", this is fantasy literature like you've never read before." ?"Blogcritics"
Praise for "The Judging Eye"
aThis book marks a triumphant return for the most philosophical and literary epic fantasy writer around.a -"The Wertzone"
aItas got everything that the preceding books had and a lot more.a -"Graemeas Fantasy Review"
a(Bakker) presents a literary and philosophical depth largely absent from the genrea]shows maturity as an author and demonstrates why his name belongs among the best epic fantasy authors.a a"Nethspace"
a"The Judging Eye" is an incredibly smart and smart ass title to a book that deceives in being Bakkeras most straight forward reada] How Bakker continues to move Kellhus in mysterious ways is something I canat wait to witness more of.a a "BookSpotCentral"
aThe worldbuilding is once again head and shoulders above what is currently the norm in today's fantasy market. The evocative narrative is rich in details, and the Middle Eastern setting continues to be a joy to discover. The universe of EArwa resounds with deptha] It's R. Scott Bakker writing at the top of his game.a a "Patas Fantasy Hotlist"
a"The Judging Eye" is more accessible to the average reader without sacrificing the depth that gained Bakker so much acclaim. A powerful start to a new trilogy." a"CinemaRatty," aBloggeras Favorites of 2008a
aA journey unlike any other you have experienced. Part Dante's Inferno and part Conrad's Heart Of Darkness, this is fantasy literature like you've never read before.a a"Blogcritics"
aIn a very short time, author R. Scott Bakker has proven that he is well on his way to building a universe that is arguably comparable with those created by the likes of Frank Herbert ("Dune") and Isaac Asimov ("Foundation"). What Bakkerdoes that his contemporaries do not and that those SFF luminaries did was completely imagine -- from the ground up -- a universe so satisfyingly detailed you felt as though you could slip inside.a a"January Magazine"
aA powerful start to a new trilogy.a a"SFFWorld.com," aFavorite Booksa
aFull of absolutely brilliant vignettesa]"The Judging Eye" is a must-read that will not only appeal to fans of R. Scott Bakkeras brilliant Prince of Nothing trilogy, but also new readers wanting to see what all the fuss is about.a a"FantasyBookCritic"
Praise for The Prince of Nothing Series
"[Bakker] clamps his hand over yours and simply does not let go...Amid the cluttered shelves of the Epic Fantasy genre, Bakker is a name that stands out among not just the new writers in the crowd but established and recognized names."--"Sffworld"
"The entire series is going to set a new standard for fantasy writers everywhere."--"The Alien Online"
"Exquisitely intelligent and beautifully written...this is fantasy with muscle and brains, rife with intrigue and admirable depth of character, set in a world laden with history and detail."
-Steve Erikson, author of "Gardens of the Moon"
Praise for The Prince of Nothing Series
"[Bakker] clamps his hand over yours and simply does not let go...Amid the cluttered shelves of the Epic Fantasy genre, Bakker is a name that stands out among not just the new writers in the crowd but established and recognized names."--"Sffworld"
"The entire series is going to set a new standard for fantasy writers everywhere."--"The Alien Online"
"Exquisitely intelligent and beautifully written...this is fantasy with muscle and brains, rife with intrigue and admirable depth of character, set in a world laden with history and detail."
-Steve Erikson, author of "Gardens of the Moon"