Taran Wanderer

by Lloyd Alexander Narrated by James Langton

Overview

Taran, the assistant pig-keeper who wants to be a hero, goes questing for knowledge of his parentage, hoping that his journey will ennoble him in the eyes of Eilonwy, the princess with the red-gold hair. Accompanied by several loyal friends, Taran begins his search when three wily enchantresses of the Marshes of Morva send him to consult the Mirror of Llunet for the answers he is seeking, cryptically promising that "the finding takes no more than the looking." During his adventures he meets Craddoc, the shepherd, and the common people of Prydain, whom he comes to respect and admire. With their help, he continues his mission to learn the secret of the Mirror and the truth about himself.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

There is no paucity of daring forays, wicked enchanters, tiny people, desperate fights, et cetera; there is in fact all of the color and adventure one expects in the land of fantasy.” —The Bulletin

“Through fantasy, that struggle for self-knowledge becomes clear.” —School Library Journal

“Alexander's books remain my sentimental favorites.... And "Taran Wanderer" is the volume that thrilled me the most.” —Greg Pak, NewsARama.com

Product Details

BN ID:	2940172046704
Publisher:	Penguin Random House
Publication date:	11/23/2004
Series:	Chronicles of Prydain Series , #4
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

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