Eragon

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A wonderful, classical fantasy story of dragons, wizards and heroes that will appeal to both young and adult readers. A number one bestseller and publishing phenomenon.

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  • Eragon - Paperback
    $14.95 RRP (9780552155519) Published: 01/05/2007 Purchase
  • Eragon - EBook
    $19.95 RRP (9781407094212) Published: 01/07/2010 Purchase

Synopsis

When Eragon finds a polished stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon soon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. Overnight his simple life is shattered and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, Eragon and the fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds. Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands...

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The legend began with ERAGON, ELDEST came next and then BRISINGR followed. Now the final thrilling conclusion to Christopher Paolini’s worldwide phenomenon is set to be published in Australia on 8 November 2011. The fourth book, titled INHERITANCE, will be released simultaneously with the US, UK, Canada and New Zealand. It is set to answer ‘the burning questions asked by fans around the world’ Read...

The Day of the Dragon has dawned and Inheritance, the final book in the gripping Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini has been released. To celebrate the conclusion of this epic saga, the author has already treated himself to a new sword made of legendary Damascus steel and told media ‘every fantasy author deserves to have a good sword.’ With a record number of preorders in...

Editorial Reviews

"A compelling and action-filled adventure . . . a galloping good example of its genre" - Daily Telegraph

"This book is an achievement. Readers . . . will be transported" - Sunday Times

"A portrayal of true affection between boy and dragon - Paolini writes like someone gripped by his own story" - Guardian

"A stirring fantasy of epic proportions" - The Bookseller

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