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Elementals (Paperback)

by Morgan Llywelyn (Author) "A colony of craftspeople that had established itself on the western shore of a forested peninsula built a boat ..." (more)
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Remnants of humanity escape the great flood and make their way to safety in prehistoric Ireland. A singer and his companions survive the volcanic eruption that destroys the palace of Minos in Crete. A farmer's wife in 19th-century New Hampshire discovers the secrets of a sacred stone, and in the 21st century, George Burning Feather seeks the wisdom of the past to combat the ultimate natural disaster--the death of the air. The best-selling author of Lion of Ireland (1983. o.p.) turns her storytelling gift to a New Age eco-fantasy that reflects the need for reconciliation with the forces of nature. Though the connections among the four stories comprising this volume emerge only in the final story, each tale bears its own compelling message. Libraries should strongly consider this title for fantasy or general fiction collections.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


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Morgan Llywelyn, internationally acclaimed author of such historical masterpieces as Lion of Ireland and the Irish Century series, is also a brilliant author of fantasy. In The Elementals she crafts a unique environmental fantasy from the legends of our ancestors and the fears of our children. It sweeps from the dawn of history to our own near future. It is the story of Earth and her elements, and of the men and women whose fate lies in her hands, from lost Atlantis and ancient Crete to 19th century New England and the day just after tomorrow. The Elementals is the epic, ongoing tale of humanity's turbulent relationship with the Earth-as only Morgan Llywelyn could tell it. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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4.0 out of 5 stars solid cautionary anthology, Jun 16 2003
By Harriet Klausner - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Elementals (Paperback)
"Water". The melting of the ice caps leads to the great flood destroying Atlantis. Few survive the calamity, but Kesair leads the small band in a desperate search for land that takes them to Emerald Isle in hopes of starting over

"Fire". If you can make it in the palaces of Crete, you can make it anywhere thinks talented musician Meriones. When the volcano erupts, spewing fire everywhere, Meriones struggles not just to survive, but to rethink his philosophy of life. He now understands that man proposes, nature disposes.

"Earth". Good old Earth allegedly has no feelings as mankind goes about destroying it. Tell New England housewife Annie Murphy that Earth lacks compassion as she is the demanded sacrifice or else the planet has nasty plans for mankind.

"Air". Several millenniums have passed since Kesair survived the sinking of Atlantis. The Earth has seen what man has done and become. George Burningfeather leads the final battle of survival though it seems obvious that mankind's reign is done.

This is a cautionary "anthology" consisting of four warning novellas that if humanity does not change and take care of the planet, the Earth will react. The first two tales are incredibly powerful ancient historical stories that adhere to the warning theme inside an exciting narrative. The "Earth" story seems a bit flat compared to the previous duo while the "Air' contribution will leave readers breathless. Superb admonitory ecological allegory that not so gaily asks, "What's Going On" while forewarning that "in the Year 2525..."

Harriet Klausner

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4.0 out of 5 stars A little off her usual beaten track, Aug 9 2002
By V. Taylor (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews
Not a word about Ireland in this one, which is different for this author especially. Not a bad read either, definitely thought-provoking.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Really 2 and a half stars, Dec 20 2001
By "collin@cei.net" (Anywhere, AR USA) - See all my reviews
The first two stories in the book are very well written, and I had no problems at all finishing them. In fact, it was hard to stop reading until I hit the third story. From that point on, the book went on a downward spiral. If possible, I recommend borrowing the book from a friend and sticking to the first half of the novel. You won't miss much by skipping the last half.
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4.0 out of 5 stars elements
COOL BOOK 4 STORIES IN 1 FIRST TWO BEING THE BEST .WELL WORTH A READ GIVES A NEW TWIST ON SAVING THE PLANET.
Published on Jan 11 2001 by paul mc carthy

4.0 out of 5 stars A thought-provoking, interesting read. I recommend.
At first I didn't understand that it was four shorter stories, each focusing on an element. I was a bit disappointed because I truly wanted more to read in regards to the first... Read more
Published on Aug 26 2000 by sheriam

3.0 out of 5 stars Half good
The first two stories of The Elementals were classic Llywelyn, solid historical storytelling. The last two which were set closer to present time bordered on boring. Read more
Published on May 29 2000 by Amy

5.0 out of 5 stars I read this whole book within 12 hours!
This book was one of three books we studied in my English Lit II class. I read the whole book in one day, and it was a great book. Read more
Published on Mar 21 2000 by George Stark

4.0 out of 5 stars A Picture Of The Enviornment
This is a great book. It brings an understanding of how we are destroying our enviornment down to a level which we all can understand. Read more
Published on Mar 20 2000 by Christina Lynch

4.0 out of 5 stars A very powerful book with 4 stories making up the whole.
This is not a book for light reading. It has 4 stories involving 4 elements of earth. Each elemental story has a central character descended from the first, each element involves... Read more
Published on May 27 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Want chills? Read this, then watch the natl weather forecast
This book initially seems to begin as a series of rather odd short stories, until the author sneaks up behind you like a thief, stealing your breath and your heart, and you find... Read more
Published on Aug 14 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars One with our Earth Mother
At first it was a mystery, as to where you are being taken. As you read further and further you start get the feeling and then the connection to Mother Earth, which starts to... Read more
Published on May 30 1998 by tonyclark

5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating from beginning to end.. to beginning.
Simply a masterpiece. What initially looks like a collection of short stories becomes a single masterful piece which brings the elements to life and leaves the reader with a... Read more
Published on April 24 1997

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