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Description
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... read more
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Summary
Taran, a young man who lives at Caer Dallben with his guardians, the elderly scholar Dallben and the middle aged farmer Coll, is dissatisfied with his life, which consists largely of farm labor and study. He longs to become a great hero like the ones Dallben has read to him about from a... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)
Cast of Characters/Important People
- Taran: Assistant Pig Keeper
- Eilonwy: Add a description of this character.
- The Horned King
First Sentence
Taran wanted to make a sword; but Coll, charged with the practical side of his education, decided on horseshoes.
Table of Contents
Series
This is book 1 in the The Chronicles of Prydain series.
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