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Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection

Brandon Sanderson
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Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2016

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Brandon Sanderson

Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

672

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

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Super Short Summary

Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection is a compilation of short works by Brandon Sanderson, exploring various worlds within the Cosmere universe. The collection includes stories such as "The Emperor's Soul," "Mistborn: Secret History," and "Edgedancer," providing person-first insight into different characters and settings interconnected across Sanderson's larger narrative universe.

Reviews & Readership

4.6

60,202 ratings

93%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection by Brandon Sanderson is praised for its rich world-building and intricate storytelling, delighting fans with expanded lore and depth. However, new readers may find it overwhelming due to its complexity and reliance on prior knowledge of the Cosmere. Overall, it’s a must-read for dedicated Sanderson enthusiasts seeking a broader understanding of his universe.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection?

Fans of epic fantasy and interconnected story worlds will relish Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection by Brandon Sanderson. Similar to readers of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion and George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood, they appreciate intricate mythologies and expansive universes filled with diverse tales.

4.6

60,202 ratings

93%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

672

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

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