Why is Game of Thrones such a great show?
Great Actors? Yes.
Brilliant dialogue? Check.
Beautiful backdrops from around the world? Yup.
Killer costumes? Absolutely.
But it is the rich story lines that create the strong foundation for the show.
George. R. R. Martin is well read and his pull from the pages of history give GOT a rich balance to go along with the fantasy and magic. Here are the top 5 historical comparisons from the show. Enjoy!
Number 5: The Lannisters and The Starks