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Covenant of the Forge (Dragonlance Dwarven Nations Trilogy, Volume 1) (Paperback)

by Dan Parkinson (Author), Tim Hildebrandt (Illustrator)
4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)


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Explores the folklore and history of the dwarven clans of Krynn through the bickering clans' reconciliation and the construction of the legendary Thorbardin. By the author of Gates of Thorbardin. Original. 150,000 first printing.

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  • Paperback: 31 pages
  • Publisher: Wizards of the Coast (February 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1560765585
  • ISBN-13: 978-1560765585
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.2 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #251,992 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great start to the Dwarven Nations Trilogy, January 19, 2007
By Dillon S. (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews
Dan Parkinson does an excellent job spinning the tale of how the dwarves came to find (or claim) their new mountain home and how the many dwarven clans become inspired to live (somewhat) peacefully alongside their neighboring clans. The history of the majestic and powerful Hylar clan and how they helped to unite the dwarves is an interesting one that I would recommend any Dragonlance fan should read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Splendid fantasy story, March 28, 1999
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Parkinson is one of the writers who proves that much good can come out of TSR, along with the much-ridiculed fantasy they also produce. This story was wonderful in part because it focused on a different brand of peoples, dwarves rather than humans. Writing from the viewpoint of a totally alien culture requires quite a bit of talent and I, for one, think Parkinson pulls it off here. This novel was also praiseworthy because it showed well strife between different groups and different people, all members of one larger culture, yet torn by varying allegiances and viewpoints. Finally, I enjoyed the book due to its theme of a nation that had to leave their home and create another - nation-building is not something you see often in fantasy, which usually revolves around well-established cultures, and its presence here was a nice touch. Politics rarely find their way into good fiction, but here that is the case. Recommended for those skeptical about the quality of anything printed by TSR.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Timeline is messed up, September 10, 2002
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This is a good book, with a big flaw. The timeline is all wrong. The Elven Nations Trilogy for the most part is supposed to have taken place after the Dwarves have delved Thorbardin, and Damon Omenborn (Father of Kings) is long dead. Namely because the ambassador to the Silvanesti in the book Firstborn is Hylar, as well as the fact that troops that fight alongside Kith-Kanan are Hylar troops.

Well in this book Cale Greeneye meets elves in Kal-Thax that say they are from Qualinesti. That really cannot be, since Kith-Kanan didn't found Qualinesti till after the Kinslayer war. Which brings up the question, how do the Hylar of Thorbardin fight in the Kinslayer war, if they are still the Calnar of Thorin?

The Elven Nations Trilogy was released prior to this trilogy. Dan Parkinson should have at least read it, so that they could get their stories straight.

Other than that it is a very good story, and Dwarves make fascinating subjects.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Covenant of the Forge
The Covenant of the Forge portrays the dwarven image to perfection and is a fast read for any fantasy lover. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Oustanding Begining to an Amazing Series
This book was the one that drew me into the amazing world of krynn. This story begins the Dwarven Nations Trilogy, which is one of the best DL series ever! Read more
Published on September 19, 2002 by Jonathan P. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Dragonlance History book
A wonderful explaination of why Dwarves are the way they are. Wondeful book with lots of suprises along the way!
Published on June 3, 2001 by Christopher Watts

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!
The Dwarves, to me, are the Most interesting of all the races. Thier hard work, determination, and just plain Toughness is fun to read about. Read more
Published on January 30, 2000 by C.J.S.

5.0 out of 5 stars Exceeds expectations, if the premise sounds interesting to u
I personally have always loved the stout, dour races of Krynn, and Dan Parkinson fully captivated my attention with this novel. Read more
Published on June 9, 1999 by jstonerh@ucsd.edu

4.0 out of 5 stars Great story-telling
Great story - told as an epic tale
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