Synopses & Reviews
An informative resource for formal studies of the Prydain Chronicles, as well as an excellent opportunity to delve into the fantastic workings of Prydain
"The Prydain Companion is more than a quick reference or handy glossary, though it is all of that as well. Instructive, certainly. But, like any good companion, a pleasure to be with over a long period of time." —Lloyd Alexander, from the foreword
This intriguing volume is at once a wonderful reference resource and a vehicle for exploration and discovery in itself. Complete with a biographical sketch of Lloyd Alexander, a personal foreword by Mr. Alexander, a "How to Use the Companion" section from the author, pronunciation keys, excerpts throughout, and—most substantially—an alphabetical guide to the peoples, places, and objects of the Prydain Chronicles, The Prydain Companion is a one-stop reference book for a beloved world of fantasy and magic.
For those who love the works of Lloyd Alexander—young readers, teachers, researchers, all—and those who are only beginning to know them, here is a worthy and useful travelmate.
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Praise for
The Prydain Companion:
"Devotees of Lloyd Alexanders Prydain Chronicles (both young and adult readers) will find this fascinating book a treasure." —BooklistPraise for books from the Chronicles of Prydain:
"An exalting experience for the fortunate children whose imaginations are ready for great fantasy." —The Horn Book on The Black Cauldron
"Filled with exciting and valorous action, humor, and truth, the fantasy is completely convincing and has some of the appeal of the Narnia books." —Booklist on The Book of Three
About the Author
Michael O. Tunnell is the author of several books for young readers, as well as educational books in the field of childrens literature. A longtime scholar of Lloyd Alexanders work and a professor of childrens literature at Brigham Young University, Mr. Tunnell lives in Orem, Utah.