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Eldest souls initial release date3/17/2023 ![]() ![]() Watch the video (high bandwith) Watch the video (low bandwith) Paolini talks more about the series, and about what inspires him in this video clip. In my writing, I strive for a lyrical beauty somewhere between Tolkien at his best and Seamus Heaneys translation of Beowulf." -Christopher Paolini ![]() There is nothing like putting words on a page and knowing that they will summon certain emotions and reactions from the reader. It is the means through which I bring my stories to life. ![]() "Writing is the heart and soul of my being. 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. ![]() But no obstacles will deter the many fans of Eragon from diving headfirst into this highly-awaited fantasy. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Features interlocking art that reveals an image across the spines of all four books! And don’t miss the most recent book set in Eragon's world, The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm: Tales from Alagaësia ! "Christopher Paolini is a true rarity." - The Washington Post Will the king’s dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life. Before long, Eragon doesn’t know whom he can trust. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and nothing is what it seems. Now Eragon must travel to Ellésmera, land of the elves, for further training in the skills of the Dragon Rider: magic and swordsmanship. Darkness falls…despair abounds…evil reigns… Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix. New magic and new threats take flight in the second book of the Inheritance Cycle, perfect for fans of Lord of the Rings! This New York Times bestselling series has sold over 35 million copies and is an international fantasy sensation. ![]()
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