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Brisingrby Christopher PaoliniISBN 0375826726 (0-375-82672-6)
Hardcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc
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Eldestby Christopher PaoliniISBN 0375840400 (0-375-84040-0)
Softcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Eldest'Book summary:Surpassing its popular prequel Eragon, this second volume in the Inheritance trilogy shows growing maturity and skill on the part of its very young author, who was only seventeen when the first volume was published in 2003. The story is solidly in the tradition (some might say derivative) of the classic heroic quest fantasy, with the predictable cast of dwarves, elves, and dragons--but also including some imaginatively creepy creatures of evil.
The land of Alagaesia is suffering under the Empire of the wicked Galbatorix, and Eragon and his dragon Saphira, last of the Riders, are the only hope. But Eragon is young and has much to learn, and so he is sent off to the elven forest city of Ellesmera, where he and Saphira are tutored in magic, battle skills, and the ancient language by the wise former Rider Oromis and his elderly dragon Glaedr. Meanwhile, back at Carvahall, Eragon's home, his cousin Roran is the target of a siege by the hideous Ra'zac, and he must lead the villagers on a desperate escape over the mountains. The two narratives move toward a massive battle with the forces of Galbatorix, where Eragon learns a shocking secret about his parentage and commits himself to saving his people.
The sheer size of the novel, as well as its many characters, places with difficult names, and its use of imaginary languages make this a challenging read, even for experienced fantasy readers. It is essential to have the plot threads of the first volume well in mind before beginning--the publisher has provided not only a map, but a helpful synopsis of the first book and a much-needed Language Guide. But no obstacles will deter the many fans of Eragon from diving headfirst into this highly-awaited fantasy. (Ages 12 and up) --Patty Campbell
Meet Author Christopher Paolini
Christopher Paolinis abiding love of fantasy and science fiction inspired him to begin writing his debut novel, Eragon, when he graduated from high school at age 15.
"Writing is the heart and soul of my being. It is the means through which I bring my stories to life. There is nothing like putting words on a page and knowing that they will summon certain emotions and reactions from the reader. In my writing, I strive for a lyrical beauty somewhere between Tolkien at his best and Seamus Heaneys translation of Beowulf." --Christopher Paolini
The Eragon/Eldest Boxed Set
Want to learn more about the series? Check out our review of Eragon: Here's a great big fantasy that you can pull over your head like a comfy old sweater and disappear into for a whole weekend. Christopher Paolini began Eragon when he was just 15, and the book shows the influence of Tolkien, of course, but also Terry Brooks, Anne McCaffrey, and perhaps even Wagner in its traditional quest structure and the generally agreed-upon nature of dwarves, elves, dragons, and heroic warfare with magic swords. Read more
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Learn the Lingo
Our quickie pronunciation guide will help you get to know some of the names and places in the Inheritance series.
Ajihad AH-zhi-hod The Leader of the Varden Argetlam ARE-jet-lahm Elven word to describe Dragon Riders meaning "silver hand" Arya AR-ee-uh A powerful elf who is both beautiful and a master swordswoman Eragon EHR-uh-gahn A Dragon Rider from Carvahall Ra-zac RAA-zack Evil creatures Saphira suh-FEAR-uh Eragons dragon *Art copyright © 2004 John Jude Palencar
More editions of Eldest:
- Eldest: ISBN 0440238498 (0-440-23849-8)
Softcover, Laurel Leaf - Eldest: ISBN 037582670X (0-375-82670-X)
Hardcover, Random House Childrens Books - Eldest: ISBN 0375840605 (0-375-84060-5)
Hardcover, Random House Childrens Books - Eldest: ISBN 0375926704 (0-375-92670-4)
Hardcover, Random House Childrens Books - Eldest: ISBN 037594060X (0-375-94060-X)
Hardcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc - Eldest: ISBN 0385607903 (0-385-60790-3)
Hardcover, RHCB - Eldest: ISBN 0385611609 (0-385-61160-9)
Hardcover, Random House - Eldest: ISBN 0385611765 (0-385-61176-5)
Hardcover, Random House - Eldest: ISBN 0375840400 (0-375-84040-0)
Softcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc
Eragonby Christopher PaoliniISBN 0375826696 (0-375-82669-6)
Softcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Eragon'Book summary:Here's a great big fantasy that you can pull over your head like a comfy old sweater and disappear into for a whole weekend. Christopher Paolini began Eragon when he was just 15, and the book shows the influence of Tolkien, of course, but also Terry Brooks, Anne McCaffrey, and perhaps even Wagner in its traditional quest structure and the generally agreed-upon nature of dwarves, elves, dragons, and heroic warfare with magic swords.
Eragon, a young farm boy, finds a marvelous blue stone in a mystical mountain place. Before he can trade it for food to get his family through the hard winter, it hatches a beautiful sapphire-blue dragon, a race thought to be extinct. Eragon bonds with the dragon, and when his family is killed by the marauding Ra'zac, he discovers that he is the last of the Dragon Riders, fated to play a decisive part in the coming war between the human but hidden Varden, dwarves, elves, the diabolical Shades and their neanderthal Urgalls, all pitted against and allied with each other and the evil King Galbatorix. Eragon and his dragon Saphira set out to find their role, growing in magic power and understanding of the complex political situation as they endure perilous travels and sudden battles, dire wounds, capture and escape.
In spite of the engrossing action, this is not a book for the casual fantasy reader. There are 65 names of people, horses, and dragons to be remembered and lots of pseudo-Celtic places, magic words, and phrases in the Ancient Language as well as the speech of the dwarfs and the Urgalls. But the maps and glossaries help, and by the end, readers will be utterly dedicated and eager for the next book, Eldest. (Ages 10 to 14) --Patty Campbell [via]
More editions of Eragon:
- Eragon: ISBN 0375839178 (0-375-83917-8)
Softcover, Random House Childrens Books - Eragon: ISBN 0375840540 (0-375-84054-0)
Softcover, Random House Childrens Books - Eragon: ISBN 044023848X (0-440-23848-X)
Softcover, Laurel Leaf - Eragon: ISBN 0440240735 (0-440-24073-5)
Softcover, Random House Childrens Books - Eragon: ISBN 0375826688 (0-375-82668-8)
Hardcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc - Eragon: ISBN 0375926682 (0-375-92668-2)
Hardcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc - Eragon: ISBN 0385611757 (0-385-61175-7)
Hardcover, Random House - Eragon: ISBN 0385607881 (0-385-60788-1)
Hardcover, RHCB - Eragon: ISBN 0375826696 (0-375-82669-6)
Softcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc
Eragon 3by Christopher PaoliniISBN 0385607911 (0-385-60791-1)
Hardcover, Random House
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Eragon and Eldestby Christopher PaoliniISBN 0385611749 (0-385-61174-9)
Hardcover, Random House
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Eragon/Eldestby Christopher PaoliniISBN 0375842403 (0-375-84240-3)
Softcover, Random House Childrens Books
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Eragon/Eldest Bindupby Christopher PaoliniISBN 0375857044 (0-375-85704-4)
Softcover, Alfred a Knopf Inc
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Eragon/Eldest Bindup'Book summary:Enjoy every word of the first two books in the Inheritance cycle in one convenient volume. Featuring brand new cover art and never before seen original manuscript pages! [via]
Inheritance: 3-book Setby Christopher PaoliniISBN 0375836586 (0-375-83658-6)
Hardcover, Random House Childrens Books
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Inheritance: 3-book Set'Book summary:In the #1 New York Times bestselling novels Eragon and Eldest, fifteen year-old Eragon discovers his destiny as a Dragon Rider. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, Eragon and his dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds. This beautiful boxed set includes books I and II in the Inheritance trilogy. [via]
- Eldest: ISBN 0440238498 (0-440-23849-8)
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