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The Belgariad (Vol 1): Volume 1 (Hardcover)

by David Eddings (Author) "When the world was new, the seven Gods dwelt in harmony, and the races of man were as one people ..." (more)

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Hardcover: 644 pages
Publisher: Del Rey (Oct 10 1995)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0345400046
ISBN-13: 978-0345400048
Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 17 x 5.1 cm
Shipping Weight: 1 Kg

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“Fabulous . . . Eddings has a marvelous storyteller style . . . exceedingly well portrayed and complex people. . . . More! More! More!”
–ANNE MCCAFFREY

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David Eddings’ acclaimed series, The Belgariad, reaches its stunning conclusion in these final two gripping novels. Continue on this magnificent journey and be entranced by a saga of strange lands and peoples, of prophecy and strife set against the background of a seven-thousand-year war of men, Kings, and Gods.

The quest may be nearing its end, but the danger continues. After discovering a shocking secret about himself he never could have imagined—all in pursuit of the legendary Orb—Garion and his fellow adventurers must escape a crumbling enemy fortress and flee across a vast desert filled with ruthless soldiers whose only aim is to destroy them. But even when the quest is complete, Garion’s destiny is far from fulfilled. For the evil God Torak is about to awaken and seek dominion. Somehow, Garion has to face the God, to kill or be killed. On the outcome of this dread duel rests the future of the world. But how can one man destroy an immortal God?

“Fabulous . . . Eddings has a marvelous storyteller style . . . exceedingly well portrayed and complex people. . . . More! More! More!”
—ANNE MCCAFFREY

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5.0 out of 5 stars The very best there is !, May 29 2004

By	Tyler J. Prow (Shelby, NC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Belgariad (Vol 1): Volume One: Pawn of Prophecy, Queen of Sorcery, Magician's Gambit (Paperback)

These books are the very best there is. There is war, murder, mystery, romance, magic, and humor. It is better than Harry Potter. There are spectacular characters in these books. Belgarath and Polgara are constantly bantering with each other, and it is so funny. There is a whole lot of action in these books that make it an on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriiler. There is some romance that just make your stomach do back-flips. Truly they are the best books I have ever read, and it makes it all the more exciting that there are three books in one! I advise you to read these books, however if I were you I would get the other books when you buy this one, because you are going to want to read them when you finish these. You will not be able to put these books down!

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5.0 out of 5 stars I am still thankful that this series caught my eye..., Jan 9 2007

By	bel_78 "Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfa... (Buenos Aires, Argentina) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)

This review is from: The Belgariad (Vol 1): Volume One: Pawn of Prophecy, Queen of Sorcery, Magician's Gambit (Paperback)

This volume includes the first three books in David Eddings' well-known "The Belgariad" series. Those books are "Pawn of Prophecy", "Queen of Sorcery" and "Magician's Gambit", and I can sincerely said that they are excellent, so good that I still enjoy them even though I first read the series more than 12 years ago.

"The Belgariad" brings a strange world to the readers, a world where magic is a reality that is accepted, even if it isn't overly common. Eddings somehow managed to bring to life a whole world, with different countries and plenty of political intrigue, as well as deities that take a close interest in mundane affairs.

The main character is Garion, a very level-headed young orphan who will suddenly find himself in the midst of action when a magical stone, the Orb, is stolen. Strangely enough, our very common teenager will involuntarily become involved in a quest to retrieve it, along with his Aunt Pol, a storyteller and some very interesting characters from diverse parts of the world. The fact is, the retrieval of the Orb involves very ancient prophecies that must be fulfilled, and Garion and his companions are part of it all.

Garion will discover that his Aunt Pol is no other than Polgara the sorceress, and that the old man who from time to time drops by and tells him stories is both his grandfather and Belgarath the sorcerer. Garion will be eager to know more, specially what he is supposed to do in the grand scheme of things. Despite that, nobody tells him a thing, the excuse being that he will learn everything when it is time to do so.

All in all, I can tell you that I am still thankful that this series caught my eye many years ago. "The Belgariad" is pretty popular in USA, but that isn't the case in Argentina, and I could have overlooked it. Fortunately that wasn't the case, and due to that I am in the position to highly recommend "The Belgariad" to you, knowing very well what I am saying.

Please take into account that "The Belgariad, Vol. 1" only includes the first three books in the series, so you will do well to buy it at the same time than "The Belgariad, Vol. 2", that compiles the last two books. That is likely to save you time, because as soon as you finish the first volume you will be so full of curiosity regarding the rest of the story that you will probably run to a nearby bookstore to purchase the rest of the series, if you hadn't already done so. That having been said, happy reading :)

Belen Alcat

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2.0 out of 5 stars Thought Eddings was more than, Jul 4 2006

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This review is from: The Belgariad (Vol 1): Volume One: Pawn of Prophecy, Queen of Sorcery, Magician's Gambit (Paperback)

I've been trying to read, with difficulty, the Belgariad. Eddings can't seem to decide whether Garion is a young child or a youthful teenager in Volume one. I can't help but think this guy has no experience with teenagers in general. He lets Aunt Pol guide this young teenager by the hand and the character just lets it happen all the time.

A race of people evil all the time. Even in my old DND days we tampered with that all the time.

I struggle to read this book I've bought. I will not read another David Eddings book again unless suggested by some reader I trust and even then I am most leary to the suggestion.

David Eddings is like a Dungeon master for 9 year olds.

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1.0 out of 5 stars One dimensional, predictable, contrived...
As a lover of fantasy and encouraged by all the praise Eddings receives, I was sorely disappointed when I read this book. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!!
Read this years ago and revisted it just recently. It's one of the best series ever! I've begun to look for the early works of authors, or even revisiting the ones whom I loved as... Read more

Published on Feb 19 2006 by Jerry

4.0 out of 5 stars A great read!
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Published on Sep 21 2005 by An avid fantasy reader

2.0 out of 5 stars To quote from the movie Princess Bride: I'm waiting!
So much good has been said about this series and this author that I made it a point to include it in the long list of books I want to read. Read more

Published on Feb 9 2005 by Shane R. Borgess