James SwallowScience Fiction · Military Sci-Fi·b. 1970
The Flight of the Eisenstein
Synopsis
Having witnessed the terrible massacre of Imperial forces on Isstvan III, Death Guard Captain Garro seizes a ship and sets a course for Terra to warn the Emperor of Horus's treachery. But when the fleeing Eisenstein is damaged by enemy fire, it becomes stranded in the warp - the realm of the Dark Powers. Can Garro and his men survive the depredations of Chaos and get his warning to the Emperor before Horus's plans reach fruition?
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MortarionSupporting
Nathaniel GarroSupporting
Rogal DornSupporting
This novel is a crucial part of the Horus Heresy series, directly following the events of Galaxy in Flames. While it focuses on a specific group of characters, understanding the broader conflict benefits from reading the preceding books.
The narrative primarily follows Captain Garro, offering a focused viewpoint on his experiences during the unfolding treachery. However, it also incorporates other perspectives to broaden the scope of the unfolding civil war.
The Flight of the Eisenstein is a foundational text within the Horus Heresy saga, which details the pivotal civil war that shaped the entire Warhammer 40,000 setting. It provides critical backstory for many key characters and factions.
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