Description:Living in the remote hamlet of Shady Vale, the young half-elf Shea Ohmsford knows little of the outside world. And yet, in the desolate, ruined lands of the far north, a dark-hearted sorcerer is plotting his death. The ancient warlock has dispatched a band of deadly Skull Bearers to track Shea down and murder him. For Shea is the lastLiving in the remote hamlet of Shady Vale, the young half-elf Shea Ohmsford knows little of the outside world. And yet, in the desolate, ruined lands of the far north, a dark-hearted sorcerer is plotting his death. The ancient warlock has dispatched a band of deadly Skull Bearers to track Shea down and murder him. For Shea is the last descendant of an ancient Elvin king, and the only person living who can wield the fabled Sword of Shannara - a weapon with the power to thwart the Warlock Lord's terrifying plans. Only the druid Allanon knows where the sword is hidden and even now he rides to Shady Vale to offer his aid. But the Skull Bearers are swift and ruthless, and Shea Ohmsford's destiny may be over before it has begun! And so begins the incredible legend of The Sword of Shannara - a classic story of magic, adventure and epic conflict, from one of the world's greatest living storytellers. Part Two, THE DRUIDS' KEEP and Part Three, THE SECRET OF THE SWORD will be published in successive months.... (more)(less)
Manufacturer : Audio Literature Release date : 1 February 1999 ISBN-10 : 078711913X |
ISBN-13: 9780787119133
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A druid. While often mistrusted and misunderstood, working for the good of all races and peoples, even often in spite of their own mistreatment of you, I could see myself in such a role. They also possess great power, but know that the use of such powers comes with a high price, one not to be expended lightly. "
Fraterlucis added this to a list 7 months, 1 week ago
"Gardens of the King of the Silver River
Of all the legends and places in the Four Lands of the Shannara series, of all the figures, this garden and the King of the Silver River are the ones that intrigue me the most. He is an enigmatic character, whom we only learn about throughout the entire series small bits and pieces at a time. His garden is described beautifully, and inspires me to seek it out, if he should allow me permission to visit his realm.
Paranor
Home of the various councils "
4Gypsies added this to a list 1 year, 11 months ago
"Total hack. Blatant LOTR rip-off. But admit it, you want more Lord of the Rings, even if the author and character names have changed. I liked these books, and with a forgiving mindset, you will too."
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