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'A marvellous fantasy trip' Frank Herbert 'If Harry Potter has given you a thirst for fantasy and you have not discovered the magic of Terry Brooks, you are in for a treat' ROCKY MOUNTAIN NEWS 'Confirms Terry's place at the head of the fantasy world' Ph
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THE SWORD OF SHANNARA: Long ago, the world of Shea Ohmsford was torn apart by war. But the half-human, half-elfin, Shea now lives in peace - until the forbidding figure of Allanon appears, to reveal that the long dead Warlock Lord lives again ...THE ELFSTONES OF SHANNARA: Ancient evil threatens the Elves and the Races of Man. For the Ellcrys, the tree of long-lost Elven magic, is dying - loosing the spell of Forbidding that locks the hordes of Demons away from Earth. Only one source has the power to stop it: the Elfstones of Shannara. THE WISHSONG OF SHANNARA: Evil stalks the Four Lands as the Ildatch, immemorial book of evil spells, has stirred to eldritch life. Once again Allanon, ancient Druid Protector of the Races, must seek the help of a descendant of Jerle Shannara.
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32 of 35 people found the following review helpful
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The Sword of Shannara is a book from the same mould as Lord of the Rings. Its an epic fantasy set in a fictional world where good and evil intermingle, and Elves and Dwarves roam the forests alongside men. It tells the tale of one family's fight against the Warlock Lord; Shea Shannara is the last descendant of the great Elven kings and it's his family's magical heritage that the world must rely on. The first book focuses on Shea's search to find the legendary Sword of Shannara, the only weapon capable of defeating the Warlock Lord. Shea's discovery of his heritage and him trying to come to terms with it while his world is falling apart around him makes for great reading.
In the Elfstones of Shannara, the task of saving the world falls on Wil Ohmsford, Shea's grandson, and an Elven girl. They must restore the ancient wards that protect the Elves and the rest of the world from the Demons imprisoned beyond them.
The third and final book of the trilogy is the Wishsong of Shannara. Wil Ohmsfords children have been born with the magic of the wishsong and it is this power that they must wield to restore the balance between good and evil. But be warned, this one's a bit of a weepy and is much scarier than previous books!
In the Elfstones of Shannara, the task of saving the world falls on Wil Ohmsford, Shea's grandson, and an Elven girl. They must restore the ancient wards that protect the Elves and the rest of the world from the Demons imprisoned beyond them.
The third and final book of the trilogy is the Wishsong of Shannara. Wil Ohmsfords children have been born with the magic of the wishsong and it is this power that they must wield to restore the balance between good and evil. But be warned, this one's a bit of a weepy and is much scarier than previous books!
If you like romance, this has romance, if you want fighting, this has fighting and if you want magic, theres plenty to be had here. I couldn't put this book down, it is quite simply fantastic and any fantasy fan should have this in their collection! If you already have all three books seperately, buy this anyway so when you finish one book you are saved the inconvenience of having to get up to find the next book!
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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I first read the Sword of Shannara when I was about 13 and absolutely loved it. The Elfstones and the Wishsong soon followed.
Now aged, shall we say, a little more than 13 I still enjoy the books although I wouldn't recommend them to someone who wanted a deep involved plot.
Without giving too much away of the plot, the first book features Shea Ohmsford who is visited by a tall dark stranger, the druid Allanon. It turns out he is actually adopted and (surprise, surprise) descended from Elven kings. Naturally he is the only one with the birthright to wield the ancient Sword to defeat the evil Warlock Lord. So off he goes to kill the bad guy, facing assorted hazards along the way.
The second book, the Elfstones, is set one generation later. This time it's Shea's son who is needed to go into battle against legions of Demons and save the legendary Ellcrys, the tree that keeps the Demons banished.
The third and final book in the trilogy is the Wishsong, set further into the future again (I think two generations, but forget). This time a brother and sister have similar but conveniently different manifestations of the Shannara magic (yet preserve the Ohmsford name) and set out to defeat the Mord Wraiths.
The story is sufficiently involving to be worth a read, but it's a fairly light read. If you're looking for a light fantasy read I can highly recommend this series. If you want to have to really think about the plot and figure out the twists and turns you'll probably find it a bit thin.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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These three books set out the first steps into Terry Brook's world of Shannara. Until he later wrote prequels that is. His world is set as a post apocolyptical one where wars came before the races differentiated and magic played a role in the crafting of it.
The Sword of Shannara is very similar in theme to the Lord of the Rings (LOTR); a small group is formed to defend the land against an evil that is threatening it. Dwarves, Elves, Gnomes and Trolls are the main races found in the land and their fates are set around the Warlock Lord and his influences. If you have read LOTR before then this book wont be as rewarding as it could be. That said it very well sets out the world and the backstory as well as the central themes that would influence the further books.
Elfstones of Shannara is by far the very best of the books. The story is very original and follows the grandson of the Shea Ohmsford; Wil Ohmsford. The tale follows a different threat to the worlds which links back to the magical origins of the world. This story features more heavily the history and story of the Elves, broadening the themes from The Sword of Shannara.
The final book is the Wishsong of Shannara. This follows from a thread of story developed in the Elfstones where the consequences of Wil using Elfstones has a impact on his children and their lives. The story also pulls through themes from the first book and poses questions around the influences on the Warlock Lord. This part also has a different twist on the relationship between dwarves and the earth.
If you are a fantasy fan then this collection is one you will treasure.
The Sword of Shannara is very similar in theme to the Lord of the Rings (LOTR); a small group is formed to defend the land against an evil that is threatening it. Dwarves, Elves, Gnomes and Trolls are the main races found in the land and their fates are set around the Warlock Lord and his influences. If you have read LOTR before then this book wont be as rewarding as it could be. That said it very well sets out the world and the backstory as well as the central themes that would influence the further books.
Elfstones of Shannara is by far the very best of the books. The story is very original and follows the grandson of the Shea Ohmsford; Wil Ohmsford. The tale follows a different threat to the worlds which links back to the magical origins of the world. This story features more heavily the history and story of the Elves, broadening the themes from The Sword of Shannara.
The final book is the Wishsong of Shannara. This follows from a thread of story developed in the Elfstones where the consequences of Wil using Elfstones has a impact on his children and their lives. The story also pulls through themes from the first book and poses questions around the influences on the Warlock Lord. This part also has a different twist on the relationship between dwarves and the earth.
If you are a fantasy fan then this collection is one you will treasure.
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The Sword of Shannara Trilogy
I am an avid fan of the SciFi & Epic fantasy genre and was bought the Sword of Shannara trilogy as a gift by a friend. Read more
I am an avid fan of the SciFi & Epic fantasy genre and was bought the Sword of Shannara trilogy as a gift by a friend. Read more
Published 7 months ago by The Foz
Don't expect too much... To start with... (updated)
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I had written my original review when I was only part way through the first book of the trilogy (Sword of Shannara), and I will admit this really was... Read more
I had written my original review when I was only part way through the first book of the trilogy (Sword of Shannara), and I will admit this really was... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Andrew Mills
Disappointing
I usually love fantasy novels; however, this one was a bit of a disappointment - the first part 'The Sword of Shannara' had somewhat dull characters that I really could not... Read more
Published 17 months ago by H
Brooks at His best
I first read these books over 25 years ago and decided after reading 'The Bearers of the Black Staff' last week. The first in another trilogy. To re-visit the original series. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mr. J. R. W. Curl
The tin
The book arrived in good packaging within the time scale mentioned at the time of purchase and was in great condition for a "used" product. Read more
Published 21 months ago by C. L. Vidler
Well worth read
If you have read any of Terry Brooks' books before then you know the type of writer he is. I am near the end of the first book of the trilogy and although very good is a little... Read more
Published on 4 May 2010 by Mr. Shaun Connolly
Terry Brooks Shannara Trilogy
An Excellent story following the fortunes of a land post apocalypse. A full supporting cast of elves, dwarfs, gnomes, trolls, druids and men, the story can be a little slow at... Read more
Published on 15 Feb 2010 by D. J. Dray
An absolutely wonderful series!
I actually meant to order this book originally and actually ordered The Heritage of Shannara Omnibus by mistake. Read more
Published on 27 Dec 2009 by N. Grace
Incredibly fantastic, brillant read
This Book comprises of 3 books. The sword of Shannara, The elfstones of Shannara and the Wishsong of Shannara.
All 3 have an epic storyline and fantastic character base. Read more
All 3 have an epic storyline and fantastic character base. Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2009 by Ms. D. J. Hewson
Up to expectations
I had previously read (years ago) the Sword of Shannara, but it didn't enthrall me. This time I got the first Trilogy (The Sword of Shannara) and read all the stories in sequence... Read more
Published on 17 Jun 2009 by MEL
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