Here you'll find information on the life and writings of Gary Jennings, a master of historical fiction. If you like historical novels, you'll love his books!
Unfortunately, there isn't a whole lot of information available about Gary. It seems he was a pretty private man. What I can find, though, I will pass along here. I welcome contributions from others.
Gary passed away in 1999 at the age of 71 so sadly there will no new books from this great author.
Links
- Offical Gary Jennings Web Site
- The site is maintained by the estate of Gary Jennings. It offers a complete bibliography, a pretty good biography (though lacking in basic details such as when he was born) and descriptions of his more popular books.
- GaryJennings.com
- A one-page site with very brief bio information, descriptions of 6 of his novels and links to Amazon for purchasing the books.
- Wikipedia on Gary Jennings
- A good precis of his life and work.
- 1987 Audio Interview with Gary Jennings
- A 30-minute audio interview with Gary around the time that Spangle was released. Fascinating insight into Gary's research and creative process.
Gary's Books: The Aztec Series
Aztec
The first Gary Jennings book I ever read and the one that hooked me forever. Set in Mexico at the time of the European conquest. I don't believe his follow-up books in the Aztec series had the power of this first one.
Amazon Price: (as of 10/07/2008)
Aztec Autumn (Aztec)
Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 10/07/2008)
Aztec Blood (Aztec)
This novel was published after Gary's death in 1999. It was ghostwritten (although I think I recall reading that it was at least based on Gary's notes). I found it disappointing -- it just didn't have that Jennings magic.
Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 10/07/2008)
Aztec Rage (Aztec)
This newest book in the Aztec series was released in 2006. It bears Gary's name but was ghostwritten by the two co-authors after his death.
Amazon Price: $20.40 (as of 10/07/2008)
Gary's Books: Journeyer
Journeyer
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Gary's Books: Spangle
Spangle
Amazon Price: $17.12 (as of 10/07/2008)
The Road Show: Spangle #1 (Spangle)
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The Center Ring: Spangle #2 (Spangle)
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The Grand Promenade: Spangle #3 (Spangle)
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Gary's Books: Raptor
Raptor
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Other Books by Gary Jennings
Sow the Seeds of Hemp
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The terrible Teague bunch
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The Lively Lives of Crispin Mobey
Written under Gary's pesudonym Gabriel Quyth, this 1988 novel is not nearly as well known as his others.
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