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Highlights
- A companion book to The Chronicles of Prydain, this collection of short stories revisits beloved characters and reveals more about the history of the magical land of Prydain.
- 8-12 Years
- 7.6" x 5.62" Paperback
- 112 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Action & Adventure
- Series Name: Chronicles of Prydain
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About the Book
Eight short stories dealing with events that preceded the birth of Taran, the Assistant Pig-Keeper and key figure in the author's five works on the Kingdom of Prydain.Book Synopsis
A companion book to The Chronicles of Prydain, this collection of short stories revisits beloved characters and reveals more about the history of the magical land of Prydain.
Here, readers will find Dallben, destined to be an enchanter; Angharad, a princess of the House of Llyr; Kadwyr, the rascal crow; and Medwyn, the mystical protector of all animals. They'll learn the grim history of the sword of Dyrnwyn and even find out how Fflewddur Fflam came by his enchanted harp. How did Coll rescue Hen Wen when she disappeared at the hand of Arawn, Lord of the Land of Death? Find the answer to this question and many more, in The Foundling: And Other Tales of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander.Review Quotes
"These fables are so well-crafted with their legendary flavor, one could actually swear they were thickened and retold by the wandering bards of Prydain itself." --Seattle Post Intelligencer
About the Author
Lloyd Alexander (1924-2007) was the author of more than forty books for children and adults, including the beloved children's fantasy series, the Chronicles of Prydain, one of the most widely read series in the history of fantasy and the inspiration for the animated Disney film, The Black Cauldron. His books have won numerous awards, including the Newbery Medal, the Newbery Honor, and the National Book Award for Juvenile Literature.
Dimensions (Overall): 7.6 Inches (H) x 5.62 Inches (W) x .32 Inches (D)
Weight: .21 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Series Title: Chronicles of Prydain
Sub-Genre: Action & Adventure
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages: 112
Publisher: Square Fish
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: Lloyd Alexander
Language: English
Street Date: May 16, 2006
TCIN: 88894988
UPC: 9780805080537
Item Number (DPCI): 247-53-8779
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.32 inches length x 5.62 inches width x 7.6 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.21 pounds
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