Taran, would-be hero and Assistant Pig-Keeper, assembles a group of companions to rescue the oracular pig Hen Wen from the forces of evil.
The Chronicles of Prydain - 01 - The Book of Three
β Scribed by Lloyd Alexander
- Publisher
- Macmillan;Bantam Doubleday Dell Books for Young Readers
- Year
- 2006;1990
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 110 KB
- Category
- Fiction
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
β¦ Synopsis
EDITORIAL REVIEW:
**The Newbery-winning fantasy series now available in gorgeous new paperback editions!**
Since *The Book of Three* was first published in 1964, young readers have been enthralled by the adventures of Taran the Assistant Pig-Keeper and his quest to become a hero. Taran is joined by an engaging cast of characters that includes Eilonwy, the strong-willed and sharp-tongued princess; Fflewddur Fflam, the hyperbole-prone bard; the ever-faithful Gurgi; and the curmudgeonly DoliΒall of whom have become involved in an epic struggle between good and evil that shapes the fate of the legendary land of Prydain. Released over a period of five years, Lloyd Alexanderβs beautifully written tales not only captured childrenβs imaginations but also garnered the highest critical praise.
*The Black Cauldron* was a Newbery Honor Book, and the final volume in the chronicles, *The High King*, crowned the series by winning the Newbery Medal for Βthe most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.β
Henry Holt is proud to present this classic series in a new, redesigned paperback format. The jackets feature stunning art by acclaimed fantasy artist David Wyatt, giving the books a fresh look for todayβs generation of young fantasy lovers. The companion book of short stories, *The Foundling* is also available in paperback at this time.
In their more than thirty years in print, the Chronicles of Prydain have become the standard of excellence in fantasy literature for children.
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: \*\*The Newbery-winning fantasy series now available in gorgeous new paperback editions!\*\* Since \*The Book of Three\* was first published in 1964, young readers have been enthralled by the adventures of Taran the Assistant Pig-Keeper and his quest to become a he