Zimiamvian Trilogy Books in Order

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The Zimiamvian Trilogy by Eric Rücker Eddison is a fantasy series set in the Three Kingdoms of Fingiswold, Meszria, and Rerek, focusing on the political and historical dynamics of the region. The first novel explores the power struggles following the death of King Mezentius, while the third serves as a historical account of his rule. The series centers on the complexities of governance, loyalty, and the lasting impact of a strong leader on a divided realm.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Mistress of mistresses

    Mistress of mistresses

    1935 · Eric Rücker Eddison

    Mistress of Mistresses is a fantasy novel by E. R. Eddison, the first in his Zimiamvian Trilogy. Published in 1935, the story follows the political…

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  2. Cover of A fish dinner in Memison

    A fish dinner in Memison

    1941 · Eric Rücker Eddison

    A fish dinner in Memison is a 1968 book by Eric Rücker Eddison. It is part of the series Zimiamvian Trilogy. Catalog genres: Fantasy. OpenLibrary…

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  3. Cover of The Mezentian Gate

    The Mezentian Gate

    Year unknown · Eric Rücker Eddison

    The Mezentian Gate is a fantasy novel by E. R. Eddison, the third in his Zimiamvian Trilogy. It is primarily a history of the rule of the fictional…

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What order should I read the Zimiamvian Trilogy books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Mistress of mistresses”. Start with “Mistress of mistresses.”

How many books are in the Zimiamvian Trilogy series?

We list 3 books by Eric Rücker Eddison , published between 1935–1941.

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