A rare signed first edition of the fifth book in the acclaimed Wheel of Time series of fantasy novels, by Robert Jordan (1948-2007). The series comprises 14 novels, written between 1990 and 2013, with the final three released after Jordan’s death, and has been adapted for television, comics and computer games. Jordan drew on elements of mythology from various cultures, and won praise for his detailed creations of imaginary world and sprawling casts of characters. The novels were bestsellers and overall the series has sold in excess of 100 million copies worldwide. First UK edition, first impression. Published by Orbit in 1993. Hardback, original unclipped jacket. In very good condition. 787 pages. Signed by Robert Jordan to the title page, with no other dedication or inscription.