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The First King Of Shannara

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The First King of Shannara by Terry Brooks is a sweeping fantasy epic set in a world on the brink of destruction. It follows the journey of the druid Bremen and his allies as they seek to prevent the rise of dark forces threatening the Four Lands. Their quest involves ancient magic, legendary artefacts, and battle against evil, all of which lay the foundation for the events to unfold in the Shannara series.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy epic fantasy tales filled with magic, adventure, and the battle between good and evil. Set in a world where mythical creatures and powerful sorcery play a central role, it offers rich world-building and a gripping storyline that will captivate fans of adventurous and heroic quests. Ideal for readers who love immersing themselves in legendary and fantastical realms.

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The First King Of Shannara

The prequel to the classic Shannara series, the tale that redrew the boundaries of modern fantasy

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After the terrible misuse of magic during the First War of the Races, the Druids at Paranor devoted themselves to the study of the old sciences. But dark forces were on the move from the Northlands, and it was left to Bremen and those few who supported him in his work with the arcane arts to stand against the enemy's seemingly-invincible Troll army. For at the heart of the evil tide was an archmage and former Druid named Brona...

Using the special skills he had acquired through his own study of Magic, Bremen was able to penetrate the huge camp of the Troll army and learn many of its secrets. And he immediately understood that if the peoples of the Four Lands were to escape eternal subjugation they would need to unite. But, even when united, they would need a weapon, something so powerful that the evil magic of Brona, the Warlock Lord, would fail before its might...

The First King of Shannara by Terry Brooks sets the stage for an epic struggle, capturing the imagination with its tale of courage, friendship, and ancient magic. Join Bremen on his perilous journey to arm his fellow races against a seemingly unstoppable darkness.

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The First King Of Shannara is celebrated for its immersive fantasy world, with praise for its enchanting journey and skilful storytelling. Admirers highlight the book's appeal to both seasoned fantasy fans and newcomers, comparing its allure to other captivating series. Terry Brooks is recognised for his significant contribution to the fantasy genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781841495477

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 544

About the Author

Terry Brooks was a practising attorney for many years, but now writes full time. His first novel, THE SWORD OF SHANNARA, remained on the New York Times bestseller list for 5 months. Every one of the 23 novels that have followed has been an international b

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