A fantasy novel about a young boy who discoves a wonderful book that fills him with the desire to grow up to be knight--and whose desire is granted in strange and unexpected ways.
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From Publishers Weekly
Like Phyllis Gotlieb (see Flesh and Gold, reviewed above), Meynard is Canadian. He edits the SF magazine Solaris and has published six books in French, as well as a number of SF and fantasy stories in English. His first fantasy novel to be written in English is a coming-of-age tale of a young man desperate to become a knight. Raised in a society governed by a quasi-religious doctrine called "the Rule," Adelrune is fascinated by the dusty old copy of The Book of Knights he discovers in the attic of his foster parents' home. Eagerly abandoning the Rule for the romance of knightly honor, Adelrune runs away from home to seek out a sage named Riander and pays six years of his life for knightly training. Though the boy physically ages six years overnight, he still retains the mind of a youth. Eventually, Riander sends him on a journey as a final test of his abilities. Little does Adelrune realize that he will grow into his adulthood as well as his knighthood in the course of his adventures, even learning the secret of his own mysterious parentage. Though the plot rambles at times, Meynard's writing is deft, creating evocative imagery with the simplest language.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From Library Journal
Spurred on by a miraculous book depicting the deeds of famous knights, a young boy leaves his foster home to seek his own destiny as a hero. The first English-language publication by French Canadian author Meynard evokes a fairy tale-like atmosphere in his depiction of the trials and tribulations of his young protagonist. The author's lyrical style accentuates the allegorical nature of this intensely compact tale of self-discovery. Transcending the fantasy genre, this novel belongs in most libraries.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Format:Paperback
I've had this book for several years, but never got around to reading it. However, now that I've read it I wish that I read it the minute I bought it. The beginning reminded me of 2 books: "The Giver" by Lois Lowry in the sense of Adelrune, the main character, is living in a town dominated by "the rule" and also "Harry Potter" by J.K. Rowling because of the relationship between Adelrune and his foster parents. However, after the first couple of chapters, comparisons end when Adelrune begins an adventure full of magical lands, creatures, and interesting characters. At times I thought that his quest was dragging on for too long, but then it tied up nicely at the end. I would say that the way that Meynard tied up the story in the last 2 chapters is what made me rate this book a 5 star. I would highly recommend it to fantasy lovers. Enjoy!!
By Aryon
Format:Paperback
"The book of Knights" starts off about a young boy named Adelrune who finds a book- describing many different knights- in his foster parents attic. He doesn't believe in "The Rule" ( the laws of their community) and runs away to seek a man named Rainer who trains him to be a knight. Within that time he physically ages 6 years in one night ( on puropse). So, the rest of the story takes place when he's around 19 yrs. old. --- This is a great, exciting book that I really enjoyed. It has a lot to keep you interested. My brother got this for me for Christmas and I really liked it! It's a great book if you like fantasy. With wierd creatures and stuff!
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
I was given this book as a birthday present, and I loved it. Yves Meynard has a unique writing style that I've not read before. The plot was captivating and imaginative, and I loved the ending, which was comletely unexpected with me. All in all, it was a good fantasy that I highly recommend.
By the way, I'm obviously not a 1 year-old. I just used the child form 'cause I don't have a password ^-^.
By the way, I'm obviously not a 1 year-old. I just used the child form 'cause I don't have a password ^-^.
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Published on Nov 18 2000 by Jerry Hewett
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Good tale... pitiful ending
The beginning and middle of this book were great, but the ending just didn't make any sense to me. I hope Yves Meynard makes a continuation to this tale because it might clear up... Read more
Published on Oct 4 2000 by "obi-brett"
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Addictive fantasy with enduring characters
I first came across The Book of Knights while surfing the Fantasy section at Barnes and Noble. The cover was what cought my attention, but when I got home, I found this book to be... Read more
Published on Jun 18 1999
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A gem of a fairy tale
Nothing seems simpler and yet is harder to write than a good fairy tale. Hans Christian Andersen could do it, and so could Oscar Wilde. Read more
Published on Mar 9 1999 by Dave Duncan <dduncan@cadvision.com>
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