The Outlandish Companion (Revised Edition): Companion to Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn

Number one New York Times best-selling author Diana Gabaldon has captivated millions of listeners with her critically acclaimed Outlander novels, the inspiration for the Starz original series. From the moment Claire Randall stepped through a standing stone circle and was thrown back in time to the year 1743 - and into a world that threatens life, limb, loyalty, heart, soul, and everything else Claire has - listeners have been hungry to know everything about this world and its inhabitants, particularly a Scottish soldier named Jamie Fraser. In this beautifully illustrated compendium of all things Outlandish, Gabaldon covers the first four novels of the main series, including:Full synopses of Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of AutumnA complete listing of the characters (fictional and historical) in the first four novels in the series, as well as family trees and genealogical notesA comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide to Gaelic terms and usage The Gabaldon Theory of Time Travel, explainedFrequently asked questions to the author and her (sometimes surprising) answersAn annotated bibliographyEssays about medicine and magic in the 18th century, researching historical fiction, creating characters, and moreProfessionally cast horoscopes for Jamie and ClaireThe making of the TV series: how we got there from here, and what happened next (including My Brief Career as a TV Actor)Behind-the-scenes photos from the Outlander TV series setFor anyone who wants to spend more time with the Outlander characters and the world they inhabit, Diana Gabaldon here opens a door through the standing stones and offers a guided tour of what lies within. Read more