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A novel in two volumes, The Wizard Knight is in the rare company of those works which move past the surface of fantasy and drink from the wellspring of myth. Magic swords, dragons, giants, quests, love, honor, nobilityall the familiar features of fantasy come to fresh life in this masterful work.The first half of the journey, The Knight which you are advised to read first, to let the whole story engulf you from the beginning took a teenage boy from America into Mythgarthr, the middle realm of seven fantastic worlds. Above are the gods of Skai; below are the capricious Aelf, and more dangerous things still. Journeying throughout Mythgarthr, Able gains a new brother, an Aelf queen lover, a supernatural hound, and the desire to prove his honor and become the noble knight he always knew he would be.Coming into Jotunland, home of the Frost Giants, Able now Sir Able of the High Heart claims the great sword Eterne from the dragon who has it. In reward, he is ushered into the castle of the Valfather, king of all the Gods of Skai.Thus begins the second part of his quest. The Wizard begins with Able's return to Mythgathr on his steed Cloud, a great mare the color of her name. Able is filled with new knowledge of the ways of the sevenfold world and possessed of great magical secrets. His knighthood now beyond question, Able works to fulfill his vows to his king, his lover, his friends, his gods, and even his enemies. Able must set his world right, restoring the proper order among the denizens of all the seven worlds.The Wizard is a charming, riveting, emotionally charged tale of wonders, written with all the beauty one would expect from a writer whom Damon Knight called 'a national treasure.' If you've never sampled the works of the man Michael Swanwick described as 'the greatest writer in the English language alive today,' the two volumes of The Wizard Knight are the perfect place to start.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'The Wizard: Book Two of The Wizard Knight'? A: 'The Wizard: Book Two of The Wizard Knight' is categorized as an epic fantasy novel.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Gene Wolfe, a renowned writer known for his contributions to the fantasy genre.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'The Wizard: Book Two of The Wizard Knight' has a total of 480 pages.
- Q: Is this book a standalone or part of a series? A: This book is the second volume in 'The Wizard Knight' series and should ideally be read after 'The Knight', the first volume.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being sold? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, which means it may show some signs of wear but is still in a usable state.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Wizard: Book Two of The Wizard Knight' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a classic feel.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on November 1, 2004.
- Q: What are the primary themes explored in this novel? A: The novel explores themes of honor, nobility, love, and the quest for identity set against a richly developed mythological backdrop.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: While the book is a fantasy, it contains complex themes and language that may be more suitable for older teens and adults.
- Q: Can I read this book without having read the first volume? A: It is recommended to read 'The Knight' first to fully appreciate the character development and storyline in 'The Wizard'.