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The Book of Three (Chronicles of Prydain) (Paperback)

by Lloyd Alexander (Author)
3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd; New edition edition (27 Aug 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0746060386
  • ISBN-13: 978-0746060384
  • Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.4 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 154,452 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Assistant pig-farmer, Taran craves adventure and longs to be a hero. So when magical pig, Hen Wen escapes, his desires turn to reality as he embarks upon a dangerous quest to find her. Set in the mysticalcountry of Prydain, Taran must brave perilous lands, mysterious creatures and face the terrifying and evil Horned King. Along the way, a colourful cast of characters provide Taran with worldly wisdom and witty banter, while the "crunchings and munchings" of the adorable Gurgi will captivate everyone's hearts. Originally published in 1964, The Book of Three is the first in Alexander's fantasy series, The Chronicles of Prydain, and has won him numerous praise and awards, including the prestigious Newbery Medal. Combining traditional storytelling with the struggle of good versus evil, this is a fast-paced and entertaining fantasy adventure. A winning formula from a master storyteller which will continue capturing the imagination of all ages for generations. (Kirkus UK)

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Taran is desperate for adventure, something in short supply for a lowly assistant pig-keeper. When the famous oracular pig Hen Wen vanishes, Taran begins a perilous quest which demands all his courage and strength. Accompanied by his larger-than-life band of followers including hot-headed Eilonwy and the disgruntled dwarf Doli, Taran confronts the evil forces of the Horned King, the witch Achren, and their army of lifeless cauldron-born warriors.

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful characters and fast-moving adventure!, 25 Jun 2000
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This first book of the Prydian chronicles gripped me immediately! It's a very exciting, very witty and funny adventure. The characters are completely human, recognisable and you're bound to fall in love with Taran's best intentions for being a hero, Eilonwy's clever and never ending chattering, Fflewddur's harpstrings and "A Fflam never hesitates!"-outcries, Gurgi's braveness and "crunchings and munchings" and "poor tender head" as well as Gwydion's sincereness and heroism. The land of Prydian is both very real and very magical, but a good country doesn't always mean a good story. In the case of "The Book of Three", though, you'll have both. I am sure that readers of all ages that still love the power of imagination will enjoy this book with its fast-moving adventure, its thrilling events and wonderful characters!
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Keltic lore fantasy, 10 Dec 2004
By B. Jonsson "Literate Warlock" (falun, dalarna sweden) - See all my reviews
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Lloyd Alexander is indeed a very productive writer, having contributed something like 50 novels, most of them Fantasy stories. This book is in the Prydain-series ( five books) about Taran, the pig keepers helper. The setting is classic, Taran being an orphan who grows up tending pigs and helping on the farm. His master is an old, withered man, rumoured to know magic.
The land Prydain ( usually spelt Prydwen) is directly taken from
keltic lore, as are many of the characters and places.
( the black cauldron, the three witches,castle of Llyr...)

Alexander writes simple and straightforward and manages to keep the stories exciting to the last page. I long to read the books again and I hope many more will discover Alexander's works.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Childhood Favourite, 29 Sep 2007
I read this book when I was a child and really enjoyed it. It is similar in fantasy to that of Narnia (although no talking animals) and Lord Of The Rings. The characters are fun and mature a lot during their adventures especially that of Taran. Hen Wen the pig is a fun concept for a pet as normally they are dogs or cats. I recently bought new copies of all the books in the series to read to my own child, who is 7, and we both enjoyed the story and can't wait to start the next book.

Some of the names can be difficult to pronounce being based of Welsh but there is a pronunciation guide in the back of these books which really helps.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Extremely disapointed
I bought the first 4 books on a whim partly becasue a friend recomended them, and partly to make up an order for free delivery. Read more
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2.0 out of 5 stars Immensely Overrated
I purchased this on the strength of consecutive 5 star reviews, my was i disappointed. It tells the tale of Taran, who gives chase for some kind of psychic pig called 'Hen Wen'... Read more
Published on 15 Nov 2006 by Mr. D. J. Read

5.0 out of 5 stars Disney it ain't
If you have ever seen the Disney movie on which the first three of this series is based, then don't expect anything like the film. Read more
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