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The Prydain Chronicles Book Four: Taran Wanderer Audiobook
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Taran, the assistant pig-keeper who wants to be a hero, goes questing for knowledge of his parentage, hoping that his journey will ennoble him in the eyes of Eilonwy, the princess with the red-gold hair. Accompanied by several loyal friends, Taran begins his search when three wily enchantresses of the Marshes of Morva send him to consult the Mirror of Llunet for the answers he is seeking, cryptically promising that "the finding takes no more than the looking." During his adventures he meets Craddoc, the shepherd, and the common people of Prydain, whom he comes to respect and admire. With their help, he continues his mission to learn the secret of the Mirror and the truth about himself.
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"In the previous three books, Taran and his friends have been focused on saving kingdoms, royal personages, and the like, but this fourth book is a journey of self-growth for Taran. He seeks to find out who his parents are, and learns more about himself along the way. A nice addition. "
— Marissa (4 out of 5 stars)
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" Taran is far less annoying in this book. I think this is his journey to manhood book, and he does some growing up. It's a relief after his youthful arrogance in the first three books. "
— Elise, 3/19/2011 -
" I believe that of all the books in this series Taran Wanderer is my favorite. It repeatedly gives examples of great moral character as Taran learns wisdom and makes decisions based on what he knows is right, not what he desires, would be easiest, or make him look the best. "
— Dan, 3/12/2011 -
" It was an intresting book. "
— Jay, 1/18/2011 -
" This Book Is Amazing Of How Taran Finds The Truth About Himself In This Thiller That Is Better Than Book O 3 And Black Cauldron.So Enjoy This Truthfilling Book When Taran Finds The Truth About Himself. "
— Anish, 1/13/2011 -
" this book was a great book. In it Taran heads out to the land of the free commots were he search to find his true identity. "
— Scout, 1/11/2011 -
" The book like single piece is quite good, but it lost a lot of atmosphere in the sequel. the old good prydain has anywhere. "
— Michal, 12/26/2010 -
" Fallible, vulnerable, and yet, sincere and a searcher is Taran. This hero tale has all one could wish for in high fantasy for children. A great read-aloud this would make. "
— Kapila, 12/23/2010 -
" Amazing book! Grabbed me in within the first 30 pages! Has amazing plots! I personally enjoyed it much more than the previous books in the series! "
— Jeff, 12/16/2010
About Lloyd Alexander
Lloyd Alexander (1924–2007) was the author of more than forty books for children and adults, including the beloved children’s fantasy series, the Chronicles of Prydain, one of the most widely read series in the history of fantasy and the inspiration for the animated Disney film The Black Cauldron. His books have won numerous awards, including the Newbery Medal, the Newbery Honor, and the National Book Award for Juvenile Literature.
About James Langton
James Langton, an Earphones Award–winning narrator, trained as an actor at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama and later as a musician at the Guildhall School in London. He has worked in radio, film, and television, also appearing in theater in England and on Broadway. He is also a professional musician who led the internationally renowned Pasadena Roof Orchestra from 1996 to 2002.