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The Final Empire: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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For a thousand years ashes have fallen from the sky. For a thousand years nothing has flourished. For a thousand years the skaa have been enslaved and live in misery, mired in inevitable fear. For a thousand years the Lord Ruler has reigned with absolute power, ruling thanks to terror, his powers and his immortality, aided by "benders" and "inquisitors", along with the powerful magic of Allomancy.

Quick facts about The Final Empire

  • Title: The Final Empire
  • Author: Brandon Sanderson
  • First published: 2001
  • Genre: form:novel, series:the mistborn saga, series:mistborn original trilogy
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL5738148W

Where to read The Final Empire

The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Final Empire about?

For a thousand years ashes have fallen from the sky.

Who wrote The Final Empire?

The Final Empire was written by Brandon Sanderson.

When was The Final Empire published?

The Final Empire was first published in 2001.

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