Article: The real-life inspirations for “Game of Thrones”

My wife and I burned through the two seasons on HBO really enjoying the "Game of Throngs." This article "The real-life inspirations for “Game of Thrones”" is a great read for any Game of Thrones fan. Laura Miller writes an excellent article examining the inspirations for the show - I enjoy the political back-room deals and story lines, plus as a history teacher, I found the background fascinating to consider.