Description: THE CHRONICLES OF PRYDAIN COMPLETE SET This set contains the following books: THE BOOK OF THREE THE BLACK CAULDRON THE CASTLE OF LLYR TARAN WANDARER THE HIGH KING Editorial Review of The Book of Three: “The tale of Taran, assistant pig keeper, has been entertaining young readers for generations. Set in the mythical land of Prydain (which bears a more than passing resemblance to Wales), Lloyd Alexander's book draws together the elements of the hero's journey from unformed boy to courageous young man. Taran grumbles with frustration at home in the hamlet Caer Dallben; he yearns to go into battle like his hero, Prince Gwydion. Before the story is over, he has met his hero and fought the evil leader who threatens the peace of Prydain: the Horned King. What brings the tale of Taran to life is Alexander's skillful use of humor, and the way he personalizes the mythology he has so clearly studied. Taran isn't a stick figure; in fact, the author makes a point of mocking him just at the moments when he's acting the most highhanded and heroic. When he and the young girl Eilonwy flee the castle of the wicked queen Achren, Taran emotes, "'Spiral Castle has brought me only grief; I have no wish to see it again.' 'What has it brought the rest of us?' Eilonway asked. 'You make it sound as though we were just sitting around having a splendid time while you moan and take on.'" By the end, Alexander has spun a rousing hero's tale and created a compelling coming-of-age story. Readers will sigh with relief when they realize The Book of Three is only the first of the chronicles of Prydain.”--Amazon.com These books were written by Lloyd Alexander and published by Henry Holt and Company. The Black Cauldron is a Newbery Honor book and the High King is a Newbery Medal book. These paperback books are clean and sturdy with no writing, dog-eared pages, tears or remainder marks and have virtually no outer cover wear. Overall, these books are in like-new condition. They come from a smoke and fragrance-free home. These books will be shipped media rate unless otherwise requested. They will be well-packaged to ensure they arrive safely.
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Type: Novel
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Book Title: The Book of Three
Book Series: The Chronicles of Prydain
Narrative Type: Fiction
Author: Lloyd Alexander
Original Language: English
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
Genre: Children & Young Adults, Fantasy
Intended Audience: Ages 9-12
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
