Magician’s Gambit (The Belgariad, #3)
by David Eddings
Magician's Gambit by David Eddings holds a highly rated rating of 4.13 out of 5, based on 69.6K reader ratings. First published in 1983. The book spans 305 pages.
About Magician's Gambit
Ce'Nedra, Imperial Princess of Tolnedra, is confused. Everyone knows the tales of the Orb protecting the West from the evil god Torak are just silly legends. But here she is, forced to join a dangerous quest to recover that stolen Orb. No one believes in sorcery, but Garion's aunt and grandfather seem to be the fabled sorcerers Polgara and Belgarath, who would have to be thousands of years old.Even young Garion is learning to do sorcery. He's just a farm boy, totally unsuitable for an Imperial Princess. Yet for some reason, she has the urge to teach him, brush back his tangled hair, and comfort him. But he is going to a strange tower in the center of all he believes evil, to face some horrible, powerful magician, and she can't be there to watch over him. She may never see him again!Thus continues The Belgariad, an epic prophecy still unfolding.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | David Eddings |
| Published | 1983 |
| Pages | 305 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 4.13 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 69,616 |
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What genre is Magician's Gambit?
Magician's Gambit is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Magician's Gambit worth reading?
Based on 69.6K reader ratings, Magician's Gambit has an average score of 4.13 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Magician's Gambit?
Magician's Gambit has 305 pages.
Who wrote Magician's Gambit?
Magician's Gambit was written by David Eddings. It was first published in 1983.
What is the ISBN for Magician's Gambit?
The ISBN-13 for Magician's Gambit is 9780345335460.0.
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