The Weirdstone of Brisingamen by Alan Garner (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Weirdstone of Brisingamen by Alan Garner From the author of the Booker Prize-shortlisted Treacle Walker and the Carnegie Medal and Guardian Childrens Fiction Prize-winning classic, The Owl ServiceThe Weirdstone of Brisingamen is one of the greatest fantasy novels of all time. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From the author of the Booker Prize-shortlisted Treacle Walker and the Carnegie Medal and Guardian Childrens Fiction Prize-winning classic, The Owl ServiceThe Weirdstone of Brisingamen is one of the greatest fantasy novels of all time. When Colin and Susan are pursued by eerie creatures across Alderley Edge, they are saved by the Wizard. He takes them into the caves of Fundindelve, where he watches over the enchanted sleep of one hundred and forty knights.But the heart of the magic that binds them – Firefrost, also known as the Weirdstone of Brisingamen – has been lost. The Wizard has been searching for the stone for more than 100 years, but the forces of evil are closing in, determined to possess and destroy its special power.Colin and Susan realise at last that they are the key to the Weirdstones return. But how can two children defeat the Morrigan and her deadly brood? Author Biography Alan Garner was born and still lives in Cheshire, an area which has had a profound effect on his writing and provided the seed of many ideas worked out in his books. His fourth book, The Owl Service brought Alan Garner to everyones attention. It won two important literary prizes – The Guardian Award and the Carnegie Medal – and was made into a serial by Granada Television. It has established itself as a classic and Alan Garner as a writer of great distinction. Promotional The classic magical fantasy adventure for children Long Description From the author of the Booker Prize-shortlisted Treacle Walker and the Carnegie Medal and Guardian Childrens Fiction Prize-winning classic, The Owl Service The Weirdstone of Brisingamen is one of the greatest fantasy novels of all time. When Colin and Susan are pursued by eerie creatures across Alderley Edge, they are saved by the Wizard. He takes them into the caves of Fundindelve, where he watches over the enchanted sleep of one hundred and forty knights. But the heart of the magic that binds them - Firefrost, also known as the Weirdstone of Brisingamen - has been lost. The Wizard has been searching for the stone for more than 100 years, but the forces of evil are closing in, determined to possess and destroy its special power. Colin and Susan realise at last that they are the key to the Weirdstones return. But how can two children defeat the Morrigan and her deadly brood? Feature * A brand new edition of tThe Weirdstone of Brisingamen, which celebrates its 50th Anniversary in October * Fantasy legend Alan Garner will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary with a huge festival at Alderley Edge, the setting for many of his books including The Moon of Gomrath. * Many of Alans titles have been adapted for TV including The Owl Service, Red Shift and Elidor * The Owl Service was winner of the Guardian Childrens Fiction Award * Many modern fantasy authors list Alan Garner as their major influencer * Published alongside the new edition of The Moon of Gomrath 978-0-00-712787-0 Description for Sales People From the author of the Booker Prize-shortlisted Treacle Walker and the Carnegie Medal and Guardian Childrens Fiction Prize-winning classic, The Owl Service The Weirdstone of Brisingamen is one of the greatest fantasy novels of all time. When Colin and Susan are pursued by eerie creatures across Alderley Edge, they are saved by the Wizard. He takes them into the caves of Fundindelve, where he watches over the enchanted sleep of one hundred and forty knights. But the heart of the magic that binds them - Firefrost, also known as the Weirdstone of Brisingamen - has been lost. The Wizard has been searching for the stone for more than 100 years, but the forces of evil are closing in, determined to possess and destroy its special power. Colin and Susan realise at last that they are the key to the Weirdstones return. But how can two children defeat the Morrigan and her deadly brood? Gold title * A brand new edition of tThe Weirdstone of Brisingamen, which celebrates its 50th Anniversary in October * Fantasy legend Alan Garner will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary with a huge festival at Alderley Edge, the setting for many of his books including The Moon of Gomrath. * Many of Alans titles have been adapted for TV including The Owl Service, Red Shift and Elidor * The Owl Service was winner of the Guardian Childrens Fiction Award * Many modern fantasy authors list Alan Garner as their major influencer * Published alongside the new edition of The Moon of Gomrath 978-0-00-712787-0 Details ISBN0007355211 Author Alan Garner Pages 288 Series Collins Voyager Year 2010 ISBN-10 0007355211 ISBN-13 9780007355211 Format Paperback Media Book Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.914 Birth 1934 Audience Age 9 Imprint HarperCollins Publication Date 2010-09-02 Language English Edition 50th UK Release Date 2010-09-02 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Alternative 9780007539062 Audience Childrens (6-12) AU Release Date 2010-12-06 NZ Release Date 2010-11-18 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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