The Book of Three (The Chronicles of Prydain)
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190 pages · Released May 16, 2006 · Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks
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The Book of Three is a classic middle-grade fantasy adventure that follows a young protagonist's journey from humble beginnings to heroism. While it contains some combat and references to evil forces, the violence is typical of the fantasy adventure genre and not graphic. The story emphasizes courage, humility, friendship, and doing what's right over personal glory, making it an excellent read for children developing their understanding of heroism and responsibility.
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Taran is bored with his Assistant Pig-Keeper duties, even though his charge is none other than Hen Wen, Prydain's only oracular pig. He'd rather be doing something more heroic, like making swords and learning to use them. When Hen Wen escapes and Taran goes after her, he finds himself farther from home than he's ever b... Taran is bored with his Assistant Pig-Keeper duties, even though his charge is none other than Hen Wen, Prydain's only oracular pig. He'd rather be doing something more heroic, like making swords and learning to use them. When Hen Wen escapes and Taran goes after her, he finds himself farther from home than he's ever been. Soon he begins to realize that heroism is no easy task. With the dreaded Horn King on the loose and King Arawn gathering the forces of evil, Taran must look past his own dreams to warn the population of Prydain before it's too late. - Back cover. Taran, Assistant Pig-Keeper to a famous oracular sow, sets out on a hazardous mission to save Prydain from the forces of evil.
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- Fantasy
- Juvenile fiction
- Swine
- Celtic Mythology
- Heroes
- Good and evil
- Prydain (Imaginary place)
- Fiction
- Adventure and adventurers
- Children's fiction
- Adventure and adventurers, fiction
- Fantasy fiction
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ISBN 9780805080483 · Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks