Lloyd Alexander est célébré pour ses contributions imaginatives à la littérature fantastique pour enfants et adolescents, en particulier sa célèbre série Les Chroniques de Prydain. Ses récits explorent souvent des thèmes profonds de courage, d'identité et les luttes entre le bien et le mal, rendus avec un mélange magistral d'humour et de profondeur. La voix distinctive d'Alexander et sa narration captivante ont solidifié son héritage en tant que figure clé de la fantasy moderne, enchantant des générations de lecteurs avec ses mondes richement imaginés et ses personnages inoubliables.
Poursuivi par les autorités, le jeune Théo, apprenti imprimeur et orphelin, trouve refuge dans la roulotte d'un charlatan. La troupe s'enrichit d'une pauvresse, Micky. Après de nombreuses mésaventures, il s'avère que Micky n'est autre qu'une princesse disparue en bas âge. Elle refuse de se séparer de Théo et espère qu'un jour, comme dans tous les contes, ils uniront leur destinée
The grand master of storytelling excels himself in this collection of eight tales about cats who outwit, outmaneuver, and often outclass the human with whom they come in contact. From Pescato, the town cat who deals so shrewdly with a petty tyrant, to little Wittling, the unlikely apprentice, this is a collection full of slyly feline humor and clearly human truths.
In this final part of the chronicle of Prydain the forces of good and evil meet in an ultimate confrontation, which determines the fate of Taran, the Assistant Pig-Keeper who wanted to be a hero.
Lloyd Alexander is the true High King of fantasy Garth Nix The fourth novel in this classic high-fantasy series, which already enjoys cult status in America. A must-read for all fans of Lord of the Rings.
Taran, the assistant pig-keeper, is sent to accompany Eilonwy of the Red Gold Hair on a visit to the Isle of Mona. But then Eilonwy is kidnapped and taken to Caer Colur, the stronghold of the evil Achren. Taran and his companions must rescue her.
SUMMARY: Taran and Prince Rhun go to the aid of Princess Eilonwy who is sought after by Achren, the most evil enchantress in the land, because she possesses magical powers.
Delving into the darker aspects of human nature, this second installment of the Westmark Trilogy challenges perceptions and moral dilemmas. As characters confront their inner struggles and the complexities of their world, readers are invited to reflect on profound themes of power, corruption, and redemption. The narrative promises to provoke thought and inspire a deeper understanding of humanity's capacity for both good and evil.
Blending rich elements of Welsh legends and universal mythology, Lloyd Alexander creates the imaginary kingdom of Prydain to tell a tale of enchantment, both good and evil, and of the Assistant Pig Keeper who wants to become a hero. In an enthralling chronicle, Taran, Assistant Pig Keeper to a famous oracular sow, sets out on a hazardous mission to save Prydain from the forces of evil. He meets adventures in which humor and high valor are blended in a way that will keep readers of many ages completely absorbed--for this is fantasy that is rooted in reality and truth. For, as Mr. Alexander says in his introductory note: "Most of us are called on to perform tasks far beyond what we believe we can do. Our capabilities seldom match our aspirations, and we are often woefully unprepared. To this extent, we are all Assistant Pig Keepers at heart."
A riotousy funny and deeply personal story of wonder, discovery and friendship, full of eccentric characters and fantastical adventures, by one of America's best-loved authors. When David falls ill his tough old Aunt Annie offers to tutor him, and he soon grows fond of The Gawgon, as he nicknames her because of her resemblance to the terrifyuing Gawgon Medusa of Greek myth. Together they embark on exciting imaginary adventures rescuing King Tut's treasure, scaling mountains and outwitting master criminals.
Gareth doesn't have nine lives, but he is definitely not an ordinary cat. For one thing, he can talk. For another, he has magical powers that Jason never dreamed of. "Anywhere, any time, any country, any century"—Gareth tells Jason he can take them traveling through time. And in the wink of a very special cat's eye, they're off. From ancient Egypt to Japan, from the land of young Leonardo da Vinci to the town of a woman accused of witchcraft, Jason and Gareth are whisked from place to place and friend to foe. This fantastic tale grabs the imagination and takes it far and wide, on the adventure of not one, but nine, amazing lifetimes.
Taran, ein Hilfsschweinehirte im Land Prydain, träumt von Abenteuern. Als das Orakelschwein Hen Wen davonläuft, begibt er sich auf eine gefährliche Jagd durch die Wälder. Gemeinsam mit der Prinzessin Eilonwy, dem Barden Fflewddur Fflam, dem Zwerg Doli und Gurgi kämpft er gegen Arawn, den Fürsten der Finsternis.
Der 'Taran'-Zyklus. Alle Bände des Zyklus sind inhaltlich miteinander verbunden, können aber auch unabhängig voneinander gelesen werden.
La signorina Vesper Holly ha la capacità digestive di una capra e il cervello di un campione di scacchi. Ha sedici anni, vivaci occhi verdi e lunghi capelli d'un colore straordinario - tipo marmellata di arance - che le arrivano alla vita. Ha l'energia di un vulcano: ha intenzione di recarsi in Illiria per rintracciare il leggendario esercito magico di cui suo padre aveva trovato notizie nell' Illiriade , antico poema epico. E non le ci vorrà molto per convincere il suo tutore ad accompagnarla in una pericolosa e avvincente caccia al tesoro.
In the busy village square, Lukas is drawn to a magician called Battisto the Magnificent, who promiese adventure to anyone who will pay for it. Anxious for excitement, Lukas spends a silver coin and volunteers to take part in Battisto's magic. He is plunged into a tub of water and finds himself washed ashore in a new land of palaces and hidden treasure. To his astonishment, Lukas is hailed King of Abadan by those who find him. But his life in the palace is endangered by rivals who threaten to overthrow him. Running for his life, Lukas takes off with the court astrologer, a hot-tempered slave girl, and a poet. Not in his wildest dreams could Lukas have imagined this strange turn of events. And the adventure is just beginning...
Der Krieg gegen Regia ist vorüber, aber die Menschen, die ihn Seite an Seite ausgefochten haben, kämpfen nun in den Straßen gegeneinander. Theo, Florian und Justin, einst Waffenbrüder, bekleiden inzwischen Führungspositionen in der Westmark-Regierung. Mickle, die Königin, muss sich ihrem alten Feind Cabbarus stellen, der die Macht an sich reißen will. Theo und seine Bettlerkönigin werden von einem Wirbelwind aus Betrug, Heldentum und Entsetzen erfasst, der den phänomenalen Höhepunkt der Westmark-Trilogie bildet. Packender Abschluss der Westmark-Trilogie vom Autor des berühmten Taran-Zyklus.
Meine Frau, die Französin
Unabh. Forts. v.: äDas El-Dorado-Abenteuerä. - Die 16jährige Vesper ist mit ihrem Vormund zu einem Jubiläum ins Grossherzogtum Drachenberg eingeladen. Anstatt zu feiern, werden sie aber von einem Schurken verfolgt. - IK: Abenteuer.
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Als der vierte Geiger Sebastian seinen Platz im Orchester des Barons verliert, muss er sein einziges Zuhause verlassen – was sich als das geringste seiner Probleme herausstellt. Er rettet eine streunende Katze vor einer Gruppe von Quälgeistern, die dann seine kostbare Violine zertrümmern; und der junge Junge, dem er helfen will, entpuppt sich als die Kronprinzessin, die vor einer arrangierten Ehe auf der Flucht ist. Sebastian, Prinzessin Isabel und Presto die Katze finden sich bald in der Flucht vor steifen Beamten, angeheuerten Auftragsmördern, wütenden Wachen und Posten wieder – und auf ihrer Reise entdecken sie, was im Leben wirklich wichtig ist. Die Action und der Humor hören in Lloyd Alexanders klassischem Roman, der nach seinen berühmten Prydain-Chroniken geschrieben wurde, nie auf.
