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The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England

Name: The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England
Brand: Hachette New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781399613422
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By Brandon Sanderson

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Bestseller Brandon Sanderson meshes Jason Bourne, epic fantasy, and time travel in a standalone adventure where a wizard's only hope of survival in medieval England lies in recovering his missing memories.

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A man awakens in a mysterious clearing, disoriented and alone. He finds himself in what appears to be medieval England, with no recollection of his identity, origins, or purpose. Struggling with his fragmented memory, he soon discovers that he is being pursued by individuals from his own time. His enigmatic past is his greatest enemy, and unravelling it becomes his sole hope of survival. In this perilous journey, ancient dangers and the complexities of medieval society test his resolve.

Adding to his plight, he was supposed to have the aid of a life-saving guidebook—the The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England. However, fate deals him yet another blow when the book explodes during transit, leaving him with only scattered fragments. These remnants now serve as his only lifeline. Can he piece together the clues and navigate the treacherous world of medieval England in time to save himself?

Brandon Sanderson, acclaimed for his imaginative storytelling and intricate world-building, delivers a thrilling narrative filled with mystery, intrigue, and the timeless struggle for identity and survival. The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England is an epic tale that will captivate readers with its blend of historical intrigue and speculative fiction.

Praise for Brandon Sanderson

"Epic in every sense." - The Guardian on The Way of Kings

"Brandon Sanderson's reputation is finally as big as his novels." - The New York Times on Words of Radiance

"If you're a fan of fantasy and haven't read the Mistborn trilogy yet, you have no excuses." - Forbes on Mistborn

"A fresh view of how a world can grow, building new dimensions into the best of the old. Sanderson continues to show that he is one of the best authors in the genre." - Library Journal (starred review) on The Alloy of Law

"Sanderson's fresh ideas on the source and employment of magic are both arresting and original […] Think brisk. Think fun. Enjoy." - Kirkus on The Alloy of Law

"Mystery, magic, romance, political wrangling, religious conflict, fights for equality, sharp writing and wonderful, robust characters... Sanderson is a writer to watch." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Elantris

With his unique ability to meld historical elements with speculative fiction, Sanderson has crafted a tale that is both immersive and thought-provoking. The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England is a testament to his storytelling prowess and a must-read for fans of the genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399613422

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 July 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 268g

Pages: 384

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Brandon Sanderson is a Number One New York Times bestseller, a Sunday Times bestseller, and a David Gemmell and Hugo Award winner, his novels have sold more than 40 million copies around the world. He is most famous for his epic fantasy series The Stormlight Archive and The Mistborn Saga; his work also includes the Skyward science fiction series, the Legion spy sequence, and The Reckoners superhero novels. In addition to creating his own landmark series, he was chosen by Robert Jordan's estate to complete The Wheel of Time , now an internationally successful series on Amazon Prime.

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