Part of Pern
First published 1997
This reference work explores every aspect of Anne McCaffrey's Pern universe. The guide examines how dragons evolved from small fire-lizards into massive telepathic partners who bond with human riders to battle the deadly Thread that falls from space. McCaffrey details the daily lives of Pern's inhabitants, from their clothing and meals to the social structures within the protective Holds and dragon-inhabited Weyrs. The book explains Thread's origins, its destructive patterns, and the methods developed to fight it. Coverage extends through multiple Pern novels including The Renegades of Pern, All the Weyrs of Pern, The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall, and The Dolphins of Pern. Both longtime readers and newcomers to the series will find detailed information about Pern's geography, history, and the intricate relationships between dragons, riders, and the planet's diverse communities.
Genres: science-fiction, reference, fantasy, guides
Vibes: comprehensive, encyclopedic, exploratory, immersive
Tropes: collective-defense, found-family, human-animal-bond
Setting: Pern, Holds, Weyrs
260 pages · Paperback · Del Rey