The Belgariad by David Eddings
Pawn of Prophecy
The series follows the journey of a young farm boy who discovers his extraordinary destiny as the heir to a powerful artifact that must be retrieved to prevent a dark god from dominating the world. Raised in a rural village, he is initially unaware of his royal lineage and the prophecy that foretells his role in an epic battle between good and evil. As he travels across diverse lands with a group of companions, including a wise old sorcerer, a fierce knight, a cunning thief, and a beautiful princess, he learns about his true heritage and the magical powers he possesses. Together, they face numerous challenges and adversaries, all while the fate of the world hangs in the balance, culminating in a climactic confrontation with the forces of darkness.
The 13185th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1982
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 300-500
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
-
(5.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - The Belgariad Boxed Set
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 41st on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- 50 Essential Fantasy Books (Abe Books)