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An informative resource for formal studies of the Prydain Chronicles, as well as an excellent opportunity to delve into the fantastic workings of Prydain "The Prydain Companion is more than a quick reference or handy glossary, though it is all of that as well. Instructive, certainly. But, like any good companion, a pleasure to be with over a long period of time."--Lloyd Alexander, from the Foreword This intriguing volume is at once a wonderful reference resource and a vehicle for exploration and discovery in itself. Complete with a biographical sketch of Lloyd Alexander, a personal Foreword by Mr. Alexander himself, a “How to Use the Companion” section from the author, pronunciation keys, and excerpts throughout, and—most substantially—an alphabetical guide to the peoples, places, and objects of the Prydain Chronicles, The Prydain Companion is a one-stop reference book for a beloved world of fantasy and magic. So for those who love the works of Lloyd Alexander—young readers, teachers, researchers, all—and those who are only beginning to know them, here is a worthy and useful travelmate.


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Michael O. Tunnell is the author of several books for young readers, as well as educational books in the field of children’s literature. A longtime scholar of Lloyd Alexander’s work and a professor of children’s literature at Brigham Young University, Mr. Tunnell lives in Orem, Utah.

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  • Reading level: Young Adult
  • Hardcover: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) (April 1, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0805072713
  • ISBN-13: 978-0805072716
  • Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable to Alexander's fans, April 1, 2003
The Prydain Chronicles have become a fantasy classic, a collection of five novels and one short story collection that are considered by many to be up there just below J.R.R. Tolkien's works (which the Chronicles resemble, in their depth and use of mythology). Now Michael Tunnell's guide to the Prydain Chronicles has been rereleased, and it's definitely worth getting.

It's in the form of an encyclopedia, with careful, detailed and well-cited entries for everything in Prydain. A lot of the entries include quotations from the books. What's more, Tunnell has done extensive research into the Mabinogion and other Celtic tales. As a result, the entries for characters like Math son of Mathonwy, Gwydion, Achren, the three witches of Morva, and many others include details about the mythological characters, adventures and legends that helped inspire the Chronicles. No character, however minor is denied attention to their mythical backgrounds.

Aside from the content, this edition of the "Companion" is great. Henry Holt has rereleased the entire Chronicles series, and the "Companion" doesn't disappoint; it matches all the other hardcovers. The binding is good, the paper is nice, and the cover is glossy. While I wasn't too crazy about the colors in the cover illustration, the illustration is very well-done. Alexander has also provided a foreword in hich he praises Tunnell's work.

This book (more than just an encyclopedia) is an invaluable tool for fans of the Prydain Chronicles and/or Welsh mythology. Fans of the book series should run to pick this up, and if you haven't read the novels, then do so and THEN pick this book up.

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, March 28, 2000
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If you love the Prydain Chronicles, as I do, this companion is a must have. It's an excellent resource if you want to find out about a character in the Chronicles without going back and re-reading. It's very easy-to-use, and well done, one volume I definitely recommend adding to your personal library when you have the chance.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome, April 15, 2007
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It was 20+ years ago that I first entered the land called Prydain. Since then, I have read the series several dozen times. I am into The Black Cauldron as we speak. The series does not disappoint and neither does this. I am currently reading through this as well, when not reading the Chronicles. This has everything one would want and expect. If you are a fan of the Chronicles of Prydain, you need this book. It is the Cliff Notes version of every person, place and thing in Prydain. You also get some of the background as to where Mr. Alexander got his ideas for the books. All in all, this is a wonderful addition to your collection. I agree with the others though, if you have never read the series, buy it first, read it, and buy this afterward.
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