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Book Reviews of The High King (Chronicles of Prydain, Bk 5)

The High King (Chronicles of Prydain, Bk 5)
The High King - Chronicles of Prydain, Bk 5
Author: Lloyd Alexander
ISBN-13: 9780440220305
ISBN-10: 0440220300
Publication Date: 5/2/1996
Pages: 304
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Rating:
  • Currently 4.5/5 Stars.
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4.5 stars, based on 12 ratings
Publisher: Laurel Leaf
Book Type: Paperback
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royaltech avatar reviewed The High King (Chronicles of Prydain, Bk 5) on + 126 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
"Greater, more disastrous, and demanding more courage are the battles into which Taran leads his followers against Arawn Death-Lord.... The book has the philosophical depth and overtones of great fantasy." --The Horn Book
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A satisfying finale to a great series. Taran truly grows in strength and character throughout the Chronicles of Prydain. I highly recommend starting at the beginning, but this one is the best in the series.
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Another in the Newbery Award winning series about Taran - The Chronicles of Prydain. Thoroughly enjoyable reading for any age.
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A Newbery Medal book. Great fantasy story for kids.

Ages 10 on up or so.
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newberry medal, number 5 in series. fast action plot, medieval.
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An interesting series basedon Welsh folklore. For those who know the series - Taran the Assistant Pig Keeper is really into adventure this time. For those who don't know the series - This is #5 and well worth reading.
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Newbery Award Medal winner in this great kids series
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This is a wonderful children's book recommended by many booklists for children in grades 3-6.
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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. 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 become involved in an epic struggle between good and evil that shapes the fate of the legendary land of Prydain. 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. 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.