In this sense, she doesn't have "feminine" emotional traits that a lot of female fictional heroines are typically written as having, and this also makes her unique and more relatable in a way. She also does all of this without overwritten sentiment (on Aiken's part) - she is really pragmatic without coming across as un-empathetic. She grows a lot throughout the series (starts off as an abused/neglected, sort of bratty and petulant child - becomes wiser, more capable, empathetic etc as the series goes on) while her core traits (strong will, quick-thinking, straightforwardness) remain. To me she has always been the first character that comes to mind when I think of a strong female lead in fiction. The lead female character (Dido Twite) is 9 when first introduced, and is in her 20s at the end of the series. Package Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.Seconding Joan Aiken's Wolves Chronicles series (starts with the Wolves of Willoughby Chase). In their more than thirty years in print, the Chronicles of Prydain have become the standard of excellence in fantasy literature for children. The companion book of short stories, The Foundling is also available in paperback at this time.
The jackets feature stunning art by acclaimed fantasy artist David Wyatt, giving the books a fresh look for today's generation of young fantasy lovers. Henry Holt is proud to present this classic series in a new, redesigned paperback format. The Black Cauldron was a Newbery Honor Book, and the final volume in the chronicles, The High King, crowned the series by winning the Newbery Medal for "the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children."
Released over a period of five years, Lloyd Alexander's beautifully written tales not only captured children's imaginations but also garnered the highest critical praise. Taran is joined by an engaging cast of characters that includes Eilonwy, the strong-willed and sharp-tongued princess Fflewddur Fflam, the hyperbole-prone bard the ever-faithful Gurgi and the curmudgeonly Doli―all of whom have become involved in an epic struggle between good and evil that shapes the fate of the legendary land of Prydain.
Since The Book of Three was first published in 1964, young readers have been enthralled by the adventures of Taran the Assistant Pig-Keeper and his quest to become a hero. The Newbery-winning fantasy series now available in gorgeous new paperback editions! Publisher: Square Fish First edition (May 16, 2006) Guided Reading Level: U Age Range: 8 - 12 years
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