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“i don't remember anything from this book except....yeah i can't tell you. spoilers.”
Hitsugaya Takiko wrote this review Friday, November 6 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Maybe it's the contrast of reading Michael Moorcock books at the same time, but Lloyd Alexander's writing just gets better and better. I read the Chronicles of Prydain when I was a kid, but I couldn't recall anything about them. So I set out to read them again. Alexander is adept at deep character development and sweeping narrative in an unpretentious and formal style of writing. I recommend these books for kids and adults alike. I only have one more to read, and I'm looking forward to it.”
Nesredna Divad wrote this review Friday, September 18 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“My favorite of the five books. Has a bittersweet, autumnal feel through the whole thing.”
Leif wrote this review Saturday, September 5 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“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 Doli—all 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 Alexander’s beautifully written tales not only captured children’s 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 “the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.” 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 today’s 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.
Deb wrote this review Friday, August 28 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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“In this fourth story of the Chronicles of Prydain, Taran finds himself facing all sorts of dangers while trying to figure out who his parents were. This story is a fantasy including magic, in which Taran must face his worst opponent: The truth about himself. ”
Emma H wrote this review Tuesday, June 2 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I loved how Taran's character developed further in this book. ”
Keegan S wrote this review Friday, April 3 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“This was probally the worst book in the series. It was like a whole bunch of mini books. He wanders around, and learns lessons from different people...”
Andrew Powell wrote this review Friday, March 13 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“My personal favorite of the series has our hero on a quest to find, or make, his own identity. Part four of a surprisingly deep coming-of-age story for young people, wrapped in good writing and Welsh mythology.”
Brian M wrote this review Wednesday, March 4 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“probably the saddest and least adventurous of the five Taran books”
Kate Forsyth wrote this review Monday, July 7 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
