The Crystal Cave by Mary Stewart
"The Crystal Cave" is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Merlin, the legendary wizard of King Arthur's court. The book follows Merlin's early life, from his birth as the illegitimate son of a Welsh princess to his discovery of his magical powers and his journey to become a wise and powerful advisor to the future King Arthur. Set against the backdrop of early medieval Britain, the novel explores themes of destiny, power, and the struggle between pagan and Christian beliefs.
The 2120th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1970
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 494
- Words
- 145,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 84th on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- Mythopoeic Awards (The Mythopoeic Awards)
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)