What real-world historical events and figures inspired the political conflicts in Westeros? Is George R. R. Martin's *A Game of Thrones* better than J.R.R. Tolkien's *The Lord of the Rings*? And, is it likely that George R.R. Martin will ever finish the A Song of Ice and Fire series?
Join Dominic Sandbrook and Tabitha Syrett as they delve into the fascinating story behind the writing of *A Game of Thrones*, the world it was born of, and the novel itself.
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