Books by Tad Williams

Portrait of Tad Williams

Tad Williams is a master of expansive imagination, celebrated for weaving intricate worlds that blend myth, memory, and modern sensibility. His storytelling spans epic fantasy, science fiction, and contemporary tales of wonder, each marked by vivid characterisation and a deep sense of history. Readers are drawn into realms where the boundaries between legend and reality blur, leaving lasting impressions of both grandeur and intimacy.

Best known for his monumental series such as *Memory, Sorrow and Thorn* and *Otherland*, Williams combines literary depth with page-turning adventure. His works appeal to those who relish immersive settings, moral complexity, and the slow unfolding of vast narratives. Whether exploring virtual futures or ancient kingdoms, his writing invites reflection on power, humanity, and the stories that shape us.

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  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Das Reich der Grasländer 1

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    £14.00

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Das Reich der Grasländer 2

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    £13.30

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Brüder des Windes

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  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Im dunklen Tal 1

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    3 in stock

    £22.50

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Im dunklen Tal 2

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    £22.50

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Traumjäger und Goldpfote

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    2 in stock

    £15.20

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Die Drachen der Tinkerfarm

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    £16.20

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Der Abschiedsstein

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    £18.00

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Der Drachenbeinthron

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    £18.00

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Die Nornenkönigin

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    £18.00

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Brüder des Windes

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    £14.25

  • Klett-Cotta Verlag Der Engelsturm

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    £18.00

  • Astra Publishing House The Dirty Streets of Heaven

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    Book SynopsisTrade Review"Tad Williams is a huge inspiration for me.... His books are epic, exciting, and filled with fascinating characters. When it comes to inventing imaginary worlds, he’s as skilled as J.R.R. Tolkien and Frank Herbert.... Tad Williams’ work is an essential part of any science fiction and fantasy library. I look forward to each new book he writes. If you like exciting, thought-provoking fiction, you owe it to yourself to give Tad a try." —Christopher Paolini, NYT bestselling author of Eragon"Exhilarating action, fascinating characters, and high stakes will leave the reader both satisfied and eager for the next installment." —Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)"A tough, likeable hero and a multidimensional plot.... The author’s many fans as well as urban fantasy enthusiasts will enjoy Williams’s take on Heaven’s less desirable places as well as his wry humor and keen insights." —Library Journal (Starred Review)"With a hint of detective noir, a colourful cast of characters and fast-paced, witty dialogue, The Dirty Secrets of Heaven is a fantastically fun read." —Amazon.co.uk (Editors' Pick)"Williams does a brilliant job.... Made me laugh. Made me curious. Impressed me with its cleverness. Made me hungry for the next book. Kept me up late at night when I should have been sleeping." —Patrick Rothfuss, #1 NYT bestselling author of The Kingkiller Chronicle"Part urban fantasy, part spy thriller, part hard-boiled adventure, The Dirty Streets of Heaven is a worthwhile and entertaining new addition to the genre, and I’m looking forward to seeing where Tad Williams takes us next time." —Tor.com"The Dirty Streets of Heaven is a new breed of urban fantasy, gritty, unrelenting, and yet strangely human. The stakes are high, the costs are real, and all you've got to pay your way is Bobby Dollar." —Seanan McGuire, NYT bestselling author of Ashes of Honor

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    £999.99

  • Empire of Grass

    Astra Publishing House Empire of Grass

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review“Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy.... It’s one of my favorite fantasy series.” —George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire “Groundbreaking.... Changed how people thought of the genre, and paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine.” —Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times-bestselling author of The Name of the Wind "Tad Williams is a master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece. Williams’ return to Osten Ard is every bit as compelling, deep, and fully-rendered as the first trilogy, and he continues to write with the experience and polish of an author at the top of his game." —Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn“Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn is one of the great fantasy epics of all time.”—Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon "Building upon the revered history of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, Williams has outdone himself by penning a 700-plus page novel that is virtually un-put-down-able.... Williams’ grand-scale storytelling mastery is on full display here. Not just utterly readable—an instant fantasy classic." —Kirkus Reviews (starred)“Readers who delight in losing themselves in long complex tales of epic fantasy will be in their element here, and there is the promise of much more to come in future volumes.” —Locus “Panoramic, vigorous, often moving.... Williams adroitly weaves together the tales...heralding a suitably epic and glorious conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly “Highly Recommended. [Williams] draws on many mythologies for the background of his fantasy epic...story spiced with political intrigue and strong appealing heroes.” —Library Journal “A grand fantasy on a scale approaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.” —Cincinnati Post

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Astra Publishing House Into the Narrowdark

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for the world of Osten Ard“Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy.... It’s one of my favorite fantasy series.” —George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire “Groundbreaking.... Changed how people thought of the genre, and paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine.” —Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times-bestselling author of The Name of the Wind "Tad Williams is a master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece. Williams’ return to Osten Ard is every bit as compelling, deep, and fully-rendered as the first trilogy, and he continues to write with the experience and polish of an author at the top of his game." —Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn“Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn is one of the great fantasy epics of all time.”—Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon "Building upon the revered history of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, Williams has outdone himself by penning a 700-plus page novel that is virtually un-put-down-able.... Williams’ grand-scale storytelling mastery is on full display here. Not just utterly readable—an instant fantasy classic." —Kirkus Reviews (starred) “Panoramic, vigorous, often moving.... Williams adroitly weaves together the tales...heralding a suitably epic and glorious conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly “Highly Recommended. [Williams] draws on many mythologies for the background of his fantasy epic...story spiced with political intrigue and strong appealing heroes.” —Library Journal “A grand fantasy on a scale approaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.” —Cincinnati Post

    10 in stock

    £20.70

  • Brothers of the Wind

    Astra Publishing House Brothers of the Wind

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for Osten Ard“Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy.... It’s one of my favorite fantasy series.” —George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire “Groundbreaking.... Changed how people thought of the genre, and paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine.” —Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times-bestselling author of The Name of the Wind "Tad Williams is a master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece. Williams’ return to Osten Ard is every bit as compelling, deep, and fully-rendered as the first trilogy, and he continues to write with the experience and polish of an author at the top of his game." —Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of The Stormlight Archive“Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn is one of the great fantasy epics of all time.”—Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon "Building upon the revered history of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, Williams has outdone himself by penning a 700-plus page novel that is virtually un-put-down-able.... Williams’ grand-scale storytelling mastery is on full display here. Not just utterly readable—an instant fantasy classic." —Kirkus Reviews (starred)“Readers who delight in losing themselves in long complex tales of epic fantasy will be in their element here, and there is the promise of much more to come in future volumes.” —Locus “Panoramic, vigorous, often moving.... Williams adroitly weaves together the tales...heralding a suitably epic and glorious conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly “Highly Recommended. [Williams] draws on many mythologies for the background of his fantasy epic...story spiced with political intrigue and strong appealing heroes.” —Library Journal “A grand fantasy on a scale approaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.” —Cincinnati Post

    10 in stock

    £22.40

  • The Heart of What Was Lost

    Astra Publishing House The Heart of What Was Lost

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for Tad Williams:“Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy.... It’s one of my favorite fantasy series.” —George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Game of Thrones “Groundbreaking.... Changed how people thought of the genre, and paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine.” —Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times-bestselling author of The Name of the Wind "Tad Williams is a master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece. Williams’ return to Osten Ard is every bit as compelling, deep, and fully-rendered as the first trilogy, and he continues to write with the experience and polish of an author at the top of his game." —Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn“Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn is one of the great fantasy epics of all time.” —Christopher Paolini, New York Times-bestselling author of Eragon “Readers who delight in losing themselves in long complex tales of epic fantasy will be in their element here, and there is the promise of much more to come in future volumes.” —Locus “Panoramic, vigorous, often moving.... Williams adroitly weaves together the tales...heralding a suitably epic and glorious conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly“Highly recommended. [Williams] draws on many mythologies for the background of his fantasy epic...story spiced with political intrigue and strong appealing heroes.” —Library Journal"That Williams has turned this functional little tome into a gem unto itself not only speaks to his enduring talent as a spinner of fantasy, but to the durability of Osten Ard itself — an awesome, immersive realm well worth revisiting all these years later." —NPR"The Heart Of What Was Lost feels like a long-lost epilogue to the trilogy—Williams writes as though he never left Osten Ard at all." —B&N Sci-Fi Fantasy Blog “A grand fantasy on a scale approaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.” —Cincinnati Post

    2 in stock

    £16.00

  • The Witchwood Crown

    Astra Publishing House The Witchwood Crown

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review“Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy.... It’s one of my favorite fantasy series.” —George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire “Groundbreaking.... Changed how people thought of the genre, and paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine.” —Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times-bestselling author of The Name of the Wind "Tad Williams is a master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece. Williams’ return to Osten Ard is every bit as compelling, deep, and fully-rendered as the first trilogy, and he continues to write with the experience and polish of an author at the top of his game." —Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn“Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn is one of the great fantasy epics of all time.” —Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon "Building upon the revered history of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, Williams has outdone himself by penning a 700-plus page novel that is virtually un-put-down-able.... Williams’ grand-scale storytelling mastery is on full display here. Not just utterly readable—an instant fantasy classic." —Kirkus Reviews (starred)“Readers who delight in losing themselves in long complex tales of epic fantasy will be in their element here, and there is the promise of much more to come in future volumes.” —Locus “Panoramic, vigorous, often moving.... Williams adroitly weaves together the tales...heralding a suitably epic and glorious conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly “Highly Recommended. [Williams] draws on many mythologies for the background of his fantasy epic...story spiced with political intrigue and strong appealing heroes.” —Library Journal “A grand fantasy on a scale approaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.” —Cincinnati Post

    10 in stock

    £22.10

  • Tailchasers Song

    Astra Publishing House Tailchasers Song

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    £15.30

  • Empire of Grass

    Astra Publishing House Empire of Grass

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review“Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy.... It’s one of my favorite fantasy series.” —George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire “Groundbreaking.... Changed how people thought of the genre, and paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine.” —Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times-bestselling author of The Name of the Wind "Tad Williams is a master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece. Williams’ return to Osten Ard is every bit as compelling, deep, and fully-rendered as the first trilogy, and he continues to write with the experience and polish of an author at the top of his game." —Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn“Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn is one of the great fantasy epics of all time.”—Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon "Building upon the revered history of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, Williams has outdone himself by penning a 700-plus page novel that is virtually un-put-down-able.... Williams’ grand-scale storytelling mastery is on full display here. Not just utterly readable—an instant fantasy classic." —Kirkus Reviews (starred)"With [Empire of Grass], The Last King of Osten Ard has achieved the greatest possible feat for a sequel: that is, I can no longer imagine the originals without it." —Tor.com“Readers who delight in losing themselves in long complex tales of epic fantasy will be in their element here, and there is the promise of much more to come in future volumes.” —Locus “Panoramic, vigorous, often moving.... Williams adroitly weaves together the tales...heralding a suitably epic and glorious conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly “Highly Recommended. [Williams] draws on many mythologies for the background of his fantasy epic...story spiced with political intrigue and strong appealing heroes.” —Library Journal “A grand fantasy on a scale approaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.” —Cincinnati Post

    1 in stock

    £20.80

  • Otherland River of Blue Fire 2

    Astra Publishing House Otherland River of Blue Fire 2

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    Book SynopsisSecond book in New York Times-bestselling author Tad Williams's cyberpunk fantasy series • “Tad Williams is the brightest and best of the fantasists.” ―Neil Gaiman, author of American Gods Otherland. In many ways it is humankind's most stunning achievement: a private, multidimensional universe built over two generations by the greatest minds of the twenty-first century. But this most exclusive of places is also one of the world's best kept secrets, created and controlled by an organization made up of the world's most powerful and ruthless individuals, a private cartel known—to those who know of their existence at all—as The Grail Brotherhood. Though their purpose in creating Otherland is still a mystery, it may not remain so for long. For they have exacted a terrible price from humanity in the process, and even their highly organized global conspiracy cannot hide the nature of their Trade ReviewPraise for the Otherland series:“Tad Williams is the brightest and best of the fantasists working in what is so often, and so inaccurately, described as ‘the tradition of J.R.R. Tolkien’.” ―Neil Gaiman, author of American Gods“Irresistible characters, challenging ideas, an intricate, and startlingly possible plot―everything any reader of SF or fantasy could ask for in a novel, with gorgeous writing besides. A dazzling book.” ―Melanie Rawn, author of Dragon Prince“This brilliantly crafted book delivers even more than its title promises: not one other land but many come to life here, each engrossing, glittering, and dangerous. In this intricate geography of the mind Williams tells a cracking good story, but even as the suspense builds, you come to realize that you’re seeing a strangely familiar world―ours as it might come to be. Otherland is one of the best works of science fiction I’ve ever read.” ―Kathrine Kerr, author of the Dragon Mage series“Williams is an exciting and endlessly inventive writer whose character development is particularly strong, and his fans should roundly enjoy this volume while looking forward to the remaining installments.” ―Publishers Weekly “Excellent, imaginative writing definitely make this a must for the audience of fantasy and cyber-fiction readers.” ―VOYA “A powerful story.... Williams depicts the band’s adventures vividly, sometimes giving them a satirical edge, sometimes a didactic one, and sometimes both.... The work of a powerful imagination.” ―Booklist

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    £18.00

  • Otherland Sea of Silver Light

    Astra Publishing House Otherland Sea of Silver Light

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    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for the Otherland series:“Tad Williams is the brightest and best of the fantasists working in what is so often, and so inaccurately, described as ‘the tradition of J.R.R. Tolkien’.” ―Neil Gaiman, author of American Gods“Irresistible characters, challenging ideas, an intricate, and startlingly possible plot―everything any reader of SF or fantasy could ask for in a novel, with gorgeous writing besides. A dazzling book.” ―Melanie Rawn, author of Dragon Prince“This brilliantly crafted book delivers even more than its title promises: not one other land but many come to life here, each engrossing, glittering, and dangerous. In this intricate geography of the mind Williams tells a cracking good story, but even as the suspense builds, you come to realize that you’re seeing a strangely familiar world―ours as it might come to be. Otherland is one of the best works of science fiction I’ve ever read.” ―Kathrine Kerr, author of the Dragon Mage series“Williams creates a rewarding, satisfying reading experience that is part thriller, mostly fantasy, and always creative. Readers must be familiar with the other three Otherland volumes before attempting this one.” ―VOYA “This stunning finale to the gigantic Otherland tetralogy, a brilliant fusion of quest fantasy and technological SF, is sure to please Williams’s many fans.” ―Publishers Weekly “In this amazingly orchestrated final volume, Williams weaves together all the elements of his multiple storylines, culminating in the perfect ending. If you’ve missed the first parts of the Otherland saga, go back and start at the beginning―it will captivate you.” ―Books in Review“Strongly written, finely characterized, masterfully plotted, and above all consistently intelligent in its examination of self and story, real and virtual, and the blurred boundaries in between, this series stands as a major achievement, and should cement Williams’ reputation as one of the most accomplished authors now working in the field.” ―SF Site

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    £18.00

  • Brothers of the Wind

    Astra Publishing House Brothers of the Wind

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisNow in paperback, set in the New York Times bestselling world of Osten Ard, this short novel continues the saga that inspired a generation of fantasists.Pride often goes before a fall, but sometimes that prideful fall is so catastrophic that it changes history itself.  Among the immortal Sithi of Osten Ard, none are more beloved and admired than the two sons of the ruling family, steady Hakatri and his proud and fiery younger brother Ineluki -- Ineluki, who will one day become the undead Storm King. The younger brother makes a bold, terrible oath that he will destroy deadly Hidohebhi, a terrifying monster, but instead drags his brother with him into a disaster that threatens not just their family but all the Sithi -- and perhaps all of humankind as well.  Set a thousand years before the events of Williams's The Dragonbone Chair, the tale of Ineluki's tragic boast and what it brings is told by Pamon Kes, Hakatri's faithfulTrade ReviewPraise for Osten Ard“Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy.... It’s one of my favorite fantasy series.” —George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire “Groundbreaking.... Changed how people thought of the genre, and paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine.” —Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times-bestselling author of The Name of the Wind "Tad Williams is a master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece. Williams’ return to Osten Ard is every bit as compelling, deep, and fully-rendered as the first trilogy, and he continues to write with the experience and polish of an author at the top of his game." —Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of The Stormlight Archive“Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn is one of the great fantasy epics of all time.”—Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon "Building upon the revered history of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, Williams has outdone himself by penning a 700-plus page novel that is virtually un-put-down-able.... Williams’ grand-scale storytelling mastery is on full display here. Not just utterly readable—an instant fantasy classic." —Kirkus Reviews (starred)“Readers who delight in losing themselves in long complex tales of epic fantasy will be in their element here, and there is the promise of much more to come in future volumes.” —Locus “Panoramic, vigorous, often moving.... Williams adroitly weaves together the tales...heralding a suitably epic and glorious conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly “Highly Recommended. [Williams] draws on many mythologies for the background of his fantasy epic...story spiced with political intrigue and strong appealing heroes.” —Library Journal “A grand fantasy on a scale approaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.” —Cincinnati Post

    2 in stock

    £15.30

  • Alamut Shadowmarch la frontera de las sombras

    Book SynopsisEncuadernación: Rústica con solapasColección: FantásticaLa Línea de Sombra separa los reinos humanos del país crepuscular de los qar, adonde éstos fueron expulsados tras cruentas guerras. Durante siglos, los reyes de la Marca han vigilado esta frontera septentrional, atentos a todo lo que pueda intentar traspasarla. Esta sagrada misión prevalece sobre los vaivenes de los imperios del sur, pero la Marca no siempre ha podido mantenerse alejada de los conflictos con sus vecinos, y se encuentra en un momento de especial debilidad. Por desgracia, justo ahora la Línea de Sombra ha comenzado a moverse, invadiendo su territorio...En el castillo de Marca Sur, el príncipe regente Kendrick se ha hecho cargo del trono desde que su padre, el rey Olin, fue llamado al sur con promesas de alianza y se encontró secuestrado en la antiquísima ciudad de Hierosol. Los nobles del reino, soliviantados por los tributos necesarios para reunir el rescate, complican con sus exigencias el gobierno de la Marca. La visita del embajador de Hierosol portando cartas de Olin y un nuevo acuerdo para el pago del rescate tendrá consecuencias imprevisibles para el reino.Especialmente para los mellizos Barrick y Briony, los hermanos menores del regente. El melancólico Barrick tiene un brazo tullido y esconde un oscuro secreto relacionado con el rey, pero las circunstancias no le permitirán mantenerse apartado del juego por el poder. Y Briony, una muchacha independiente y aventurera, se encontrará atrapada en el papel que su condición de princesa demanda de ella, y deberá luchar por zafarse de quienes desean convertirla en un peón de los pactos dinásticos.Mientras que en el remoto sur el poderoso dios-emperador conocido como autarca prepara sus legiones para la invasión del norte, al otro lado de la Línea de Sombra los misteriosos qar ponen en marcha sus planes para la reconquista de las tierras perdidas. El menguado reino de la Marca tendrá que enfrentarse a ambas amenazas al mismo tiempo, sabiendo que si fracasa no sólo perecerán todos sus habitantes, sino que habrá llegado el fin del mundo de los hombres.

    £35.15

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